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March 2009
 Below Zero Exclusive on Lil Flip - By : Jonathan - March 31, 2009
-(dubcnn).jpg) Over the past month, rap group Below Zero has been featured all over mass urban media sites for their song "New Era" (coincidentally, they also have an endorsement deal with New Era - the renowned headwear manufacturing company). However, there's an interesting back story to this song. A while back, the multi-platinum rap artist, Lil Flip, was involved with the song but was later removed due to industry politics. So Dubcnn caught up with Below Zero to get the 411...
DUBCNN EXCLUSIVE: BELOW ZERO STATEMENT ON LIL FLIP
"The song "New Era" was written by Below Zero and produced by Skinny Beck, Joel Hopper, and Breadman. At the time we recorded the song, we were in a joint venture deal with Kingpin Ent. Group out of New York, owned by Sandy Lal (Sandy is Lil Flip’s lawyer and manager). Sandy loved the recording and wanted to put Flip on it because he thought having an established artist on the record would help with radio and breaking the record.
As it turns out, a lot of DJ's and radio stations didn’t want to touch the record because they felt Flip wasn’t hot anymore. And, at the time, he was leaving one label and going to another, and the label [he left behind] flexed their muscles and damn near black-balled Lil Flip.
This is when we, as a group, learned that this is a ‘what have you done for me lately?’ type business.
People thought Below Zero was affiliated with Lil Flip and Clover G and wanted us to take sides in his beef with TI. We expressed that this wasn’t our beef and we had nothing to do with it but, eventually, we had to make a business decision to take Flip off the record and move in another direction for our career.
That is the reason why he isn’t in the "New Era" video and is no longer on the radio version – don’t get us wrong, Flip is a cool ass dude. He done the verse on love and we have toured together and was real cool and always shouted out during his set. But, ultimately, we had to make the best decision for our career."
Watch the "New Era" video on their official MySpace page.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Meech Wells Presents "New West World Order Volume 4" - By : Mil - March 31, 2009
 We're back today with the World Exclusive Free Download of "New West World Order: Volume 4." The fourth installment in the "New West World Order" mixtape series has finally been completed and Meech Wells once again delivers another tape that is sure to generate buzz in the streets and online.
"New West World Order: Volume 4" which is hosted by 211 continues in the same vein as Volume 1, Volume 2 and Volume 3, with heavy hitting, well produced backdrops alongside hard hitting, non-compromising lyrics from some of your favourite artists.
 This time Meech Wells and DJ LGee are joined by artists including Young Joker, Eastwood, Jay Rock, Young Buck, Kokane, Snoop Dogg, Tray Dee, Goldie Loc, Akon, Glasses Malone and countless more. With production from Meech Wells and The Soul Mechanix the release is sure to be well received amongst listeners.
Use the link below to view the download page where you will find the full covers, tracklist and of course the download link. We also have the mixtape available for streaming. This series just keeps getting bigger and better!
Meech Wells & DJ LGee Present: New West World Order Vol 4 Hosted By 211 (Free Download)
Meech Wells & DJ LGee Present: New West World Order Vol 4 Hosted By 211 (Streaming)
Get your free copy of "New West World Order: Volume 4" today and ensure you drop your thoughts for Meech and the team to check out on our forums. Ensure you check out Meech Wells on Myspace for more news and media from himself and his artists.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Topic & Rick Ross Put The "Pedal To The Floor" - By : Mil - March 31, 2009
 SRC recording artist Topic has linked up with the always controversial Rick Ross for a new track titled "Pedal To The Floor". This track is set to feature on the follow up mixtape to American Hustle.
American Hustler 2.0 Hosted by DJ Ill Will & DJ Rockstar is expected to see a late April/early May release. Check out Tha Boss & The Coast Guard together on "Pedal To The Floor" below!
Rick Ross - Pedal To The Floor (Featuring Topic)
Be sure to drop by the forums, Shout out to DJ Ill Will!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Download: U-N-I - "A Love Supreme" - By : LilJay - March 31, 2009
 The anticipated debut album "A Love Supreme" by the Inglewood duo U-N-I is finally here. If you heard their this-is-only-a-mixtape "Before There Was Love", you knew they weren't playing and aiming for even bigger things on their first album.
"A Love Supreme" didn't disappoint at all. It's a very strong debut and easily their most polished and well-rounded project to date. Y-O's and Thurzday's rhymes about the everyday life in Inglewood combined with Ro Blvd's universal production is what sets them apart from most records coming out these days. Music like this is what Hip-Hop needs right now, I'm sure any listener can appreciate this. And the best of it all, it's available for free download!
Hit the link below to get your copy of "A Love Supreme". Also, be sure to leave feedback on our forums once you've heard it.
 1. My Life
2. Windows
3. Supreme
4. Hollywood Hiatus
5. Lately
6. Pulp Fiction Part 1
7. The Grudge
8. Voltron
9. Stylin
10. Hammertime
11. Calendar Girls
12. Lauren London
13. Black Sky
14. Halftime
15. A Love Supreme
U-N-I - A Love Supreme (Free Download)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Terrace Martin Vlog with DJ Quik and Snoopadelics - By : Justin - March 30, 2009
 Dubcnn would like to present two new vlogs from Terrace Martin this week.
In the first vlog, we have special guest DJ Quik. Terrace recently caught up with DJ Quik on the set of Snoop Dogg's "Dogg After Dark", where they talked about "Blaqkout", Gucci belts, pleather couches, and much more. Check the video out below:
Terrace and Justin Vlog with special guest, DJ Quik [Video]
In the second vlog, we have Terrace Martin jamming with the Snoopadelics band on the set of Snoop Dogg's Dogg After Dark. The Snoopadelics band consists of Terrace Martin, LT, Carlos, Bubby, Spud, Mike Smooth and Soopafly. Check the video out below:
Terrace and Justin Vlog: Jammin with the Snoopadelics [Video]
Look out for exclusive new audio from Terrace Martin this week, including his remix of Snoop Dogg's "Let's Get Blown".
If you haven't already, check out Terrace Martin & Pete Rock - Ridin Out (Feat. Bad Lucc and J. Black)
Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Agent Smith - Peep The Fury RMX F/ Bad Lucc & Damani - By : Justin - March 30, 2009
 Dubcnn would like to introduce a new artist out of San Diego called Agent Smith. With an increasing local buzz, Agent Smith hooked up with Bad Lucc and Damani to release the "Peep The Fury" remix, produced by THX. Agent Smith will be releasing his upcoming full length album this summer titled "Above Your Average Joe". Check the track out below:
Agent Smith - Peep The Fury (Remix) (Feat. Bad Lucc and Damani)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Bloc Up Movement & Hood Combine For "West Up Vol 1" - By : Mil - March 30, 2009
 Bloc Up Movement, the same squad responsible for the New West Attitude mixtape series featured in everything from your local swap meet to MTV Mixtape Mondays is now giving us a preview to the upcoming mixtape West Up Vol. 1, hosted by San Diego's very own Hood.
This is the 1st of a series of projects that we're about to break hosted by Hood. He's informed us that his album "The Movement" is done and features an all star line up including: Glasses Malone, Jay Rock, Crooked I, Mr. Porter, Sly Boogy and more.
Below we have the tracklisting for "West Up Vol. 1". The full mixtape will be available on Dubcnn this week end for free download so look out for that and in the meantime we have 4 tracks for you to preview. Check them out!
1. Ya Boy ft. E-40, Hood, Kurupt, & Glasses Malone - Superstars
2. Jay Rock - I Be On The Block
3. The Game ft. X.O. - I Dare You
4. Eminem ft. Cashis, & Bobby Creekwater - Crack a Bottle (Shady Remix)
5. Hood (Interlude 1)
6. Hood - Lethal Poison
7. Mitchy Slick & Young Hootie - Chunk Ya Hood Up
8. Bishop Lamont - Missile Testing (Snoop Dogg & Game Diss)
9. Crooked I - C.O.B. Anthem
10. Red Cafe ft. Hood, Cassidy, Stat Quo - Paper Touchin (Re-Remix)
11. Glasses Malone - F*** G.Malone
12. Jayo Felony - Blocc Party
13. Ant Dog ft. Hood & Bizz - I Am The Streetz
14. The Game - Nice
15. Hood ft. 4Squad - West 101 (The Movement Album Preview)
16. B-Real ft. Xzibit & Young De - Don't Ya Dare Laugh (Remix)
17. Crooked I ft. Akon - Dream Big
18. Hood (Interlude 2)
19. Hood ft. Tommy Redding - I Won't Let U (The Movement Album Preview)
20. Jay Rock ft. The Game, Gorilla Zoe, & Busta Rhymes - All My Life (Re-Remix)
21. Nipsey Hussle ft. Jay Rock, 2pac & June Summers - Army All By Myself
22. Citizen Cope ft. Hood - Penitentiary Remix
23. Hood (Outro)
Be sure to check back with us this week for the free download of this mixtape.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Todd Angkasuwan Sits Down With Dubcnn - By : Rud - March 30, 2009
 Dubcnn recently sat down with Todd Angkasuwan, a man who made a massive career move in 2005 by leaving his journalistic background as a TV news reporter to chase his long held desire of becoming a filmmaker. The result so far has been directing videos for Hip Hop artists including RZA, KRS-One, Strong Arm Steady, Wale, Styles P and more.
We wanted to find out what drove the change in his career and how he has found the radical adjustment to his work and lifestyle. Read on to see how he did it and what he has coming for you to enjoy!
Exclusive Todd Angkasuwan Interview (March 2009)
Be sure to bookmark our Interview Section, and keep checking back for more interviews and features with your favourite artists, producers and those in the industry.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Scan Pulls No Punches On "F-ck The Westcoast" - By : Rud - March 30, 2009
 January was the last time we heard from Scan, the artist we have been reporting on regularly since his 2005 debut album; "The Passion."
Since that debut he has successfully released the Ground Up Entertainment mixtape entitled Ground Up Live and then in 2007 a mixtape called Loud & Clear both of which were made avaialble for free download right here on Dubcnn.
In our January update we told you that Scan is about to release a single that is sure to raise eyebrows with the title "F-ck The Westcoast." The cover can be seen in the news image and you can see the back cover of his new mixtape "Reality Check" with DJ Fingaz here. In the last update we released a track called For The Love but have since not come back with the promised single. Today we have that single for stream and download below.
Scan - F-ck The Westcoast
We want you to judge and comment on the track via our forums however Scan told us that although some might disagree with the words, this track addresses "attitudes and politics on the West Coast" and highlights what he says is the decline of "fan support for up and coming independent rappers on the Westcoast." Scan has never bitten his tongue and never will so expect this to strike a chord.
Ground Up Entertainment CEO Donald Johnson told Dubcnn; "The politics on the Westcoast is not like the East coast or Down South. If you not attached to certain people on the Westcoast you not going to go anywhere. There has been many great rappers that dropped from the Coast that got disregarded because Snoop or Dre is not pushing them or not affilated in any way with him or her. They might buzz for a minute but it dies quickly. Scan's new album 'The Message' will not only be a Westcoast Classic but the album will be a Hip-Hop Classic"
We also just got word that Scan and Da Riffs were in the studio this past weekend and have started work on a mixtape. This will come out after two releases that are due for release in April - the DJ Fingaz presented "Reality Check" and the Scan and LeMarvin collaboration "No Pain, No Gain."Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... J. Wells Delivers "Digital Master 2.1" (Review) - By : Conan - March 30, 2009
 Today we return with a review of the latest release from producer, J. Wells. This time we take his impending sophomore album, "Digital Master 2.1," to task. The new project, due April 14th, is the eagerly anticipated follow up to fan favourite "Digital Master," and sees the talented producer showcase his musical diversity. In this review we consider whether such obvious versatility equates to resounding success.
"Digital Master 2.1" receives the Dub Quotable: "Wells secures an array of Hip-Hop luminaries in an attempt to seal his reputation as California’s most promising instrumental provider." Click on the link below to read more and discover the projects final Dub rating:
J Wells - Digital Master 2.1 (Review)
Be sure to bookmark our Review Section, and keep checking back for more critiques of the latest Hip-Hop releases.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Dubcnn Weekend Audio - By : LilJay - March 29, 2009
 It's time for a new dubcnn weekend audio, this time it's the catch up edition with songs that didn't get posted up on the site. Hip-Hop was blessed with a lot of dope new albums this week!
Little Brother's Rapper Big Pooh has released his "Delightful Bars" which is the iTunes exclusive edition. Beats are provided by 9th Wonder, Khrysis, Dae One, Illmind, Jake One and more, with guest appearances by Jay Rock, K.Dot, Ab Soul, Mykestro, Jozeemo, Torae amongst others. We have the song "Nothing Less" featuring Jay Rock, Ab Soul and K.Dot for you below. Make sure you cop "Delightful Bars" now on iTunes
Rapper Big Pooh - Nothing Less Feat. Jay Rock, Ab Soul and K.Dot
 Southern based DJ Greg Street has just dropped his mixtape "Sertified Worldwide" for free download. Mack 10, Glasses Malone, Mistah F.A.B., The Game, Wale, Lupe Fiasco, Lil Wayne, amongst others, all make appearances on the mixtape. We have the joint with Mack Dime, Glasses and Fabby Davis for you below. It's called "Saturday" and also features Fiend on a verse. This joint is smooth! You can download the entire mixtape by clicking here.
Greg Street - Saturday Feat. Glasses Malone, Mack 10, Mistah Fab & Fiend
 We introduced you to Phoenix rapper Trap with a few songs from his new project "747 Fly". The emcee with the grimy voice has been making a name for himself in the Southwest and is back on Dubcnn today with another song off "747 Fly". This one here is called "380" and features West Coast legend Kam as well as Roca Dolla and Bookie. You can download/stream "380" by hitting the link below.
Trap - 380 Feat. Kam, Roca Dolla & Bookie
Hit up Trap's MySpace for more info.
 LAUSD's "Curlytops & Nautica Jackets" came out on Tuesday and it has been making its rounds on websites and blogs. The compilation album features some of the most talented new artists out of California such as Blu, U-N-I, Pac Div, Dom Kennedy, Bad Lucc, TiRon, Convinced, Eastwood, and many more. Shouts out to LAUSD for putting together this dope project. And to top if off, they put this out for free download.
Check it out if you missed out on this.
LAUSD Presents... Curly Tops and Nautica Jackets
 While Nipsey Hussle is currently touring the United States with The Game and Jay Rock, the official Remix of "Hussle In The House" has been released. The Remix features new verses by his comrad Jay Rock & Brooklyn rapper Maino.
Check out the Remix if you haven't gotten a hold of it yet.
Nipsey Hussle - Hussle In The House (Remix) Feat. Jay Rock & Maino
 Mitchy Slick is fresh off of releasing the fourth installment of his classic "XXL Guns And Ammo" mixtape series. The Dago rapper is back on his mixtape grind and drops 18 street anthems with guest appearances by the Wrongkind gang, Strong Arm Steady, Tash, Keak da Sneak, Yukmouth and many others.
Check out this heater right here called "Baby U Bad" featuring Tash.
Mitchy Slick - Baby U Bad Feat. Tash
 Last but not least, Pacific Division's self-titled EP came out this week too. This is a 3-track EP featuring the songs "Mayor", "Shup Up" and the DJ Khail produced "Taste" which has been around for like the last 2 years. Check out the joint "Shut Up" below and make sure to cop the EP on iTunes as it's only $2.49.
Pacific Division - Shut Up
Bonus: Nice & Smooth Feat. Pacific Divison - Funky For You '09 (Smirnoff Signature Mix) (Prod. by 9th Wonder)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Download: J Steez - Return Of Tha West (Part 1) - By : Nima - March 28, 2009
 As promised a few weeks ago, we're back with an exclusive download from J Steez. The South Gate producer, known for his funky compositions for the likes of Suga Free and Glasses Malone, is bringing you Part 1 of a 3-Part download series of his "Return Of The West" album.
The album, entirely produced by J Steez, features Glasses Malone, Sly Boogy, Problem, 40 Glocc, Kartoon, Jay Rock, Jay 211, Tash, Shade Sheist, XL Middleton, Mykestro, Quiz, Young Brown and Westside Bugg amongst others.
Download the 10-track Part 1 package of "Return Of Tha West" below:
J Steez Presents "Return Of Tha West" (Part 1) [Free Download]
Tracklist:
1. Intro "Arrival" Real Fly Feat. G. Malone, Saint Patrick, Sly Boogy
2. Tha One Feat Problem
3. Hell On Earth Feat 40 Glocc & Lil Toot
4. Money On My Mind Feat Kartoon
5. I Kaint Tell Feat Jay 211 & Jay Rock
6. Sumpin In Tha Water Feat Ill Lit & Tash
7. Lap Dance Feat Shade Sheist,.N.U.N.E, Xl Middleton
8. Just Like That Feat G. Malone, Mykestro, Quiz, Skriv
9. Kiss & Tell Feat Young Brown, Tiana, Westside Bugg
10. Pushin Keys Instrumental Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... 385 New Album Credits In The Vault - By : Jome - March 27, 2009
 It's been a while, but the #1 Spot For Album and Producer Credits, Dubcnn's own; The Vault is finally back. To make up for the delay, no less than 385 new album credits has been added to the index, bringing the total up to 5289 album credits in all.
Some major releases covered in this update:
Busta Rhymes changed his album title to B.O.M.B. (Back On My Bullshit) as it got pushed back once again. May 19th is the new date.
The guest-list is heavy; Jadakiss, Akon, T.I., Jamie Foxx, Mary J. Blige, Common, Pharrell, Swizz Beats, Dr.Dre, Cool N Dre, and more chips in.
Capone 'N' Noreaga made their comeback with Channel 10, with help from Alchemist, DJ Premier, Mobb Deep, Busta Rhymes, DPG, The Inkredibles and more.
Fat Joe's gearing up for the release of J.O.S.E. Part 2, and Flo Rida is set to drop the radio-friendly R.O.O.T.S. (Route Of Overcoming The Struggle).
Havoc released his sophomore solo Hidden Files, Cassidy, Prodigy, Big Noyd makes cameos.
Saigon at last put out some music, with the digital release All In A Day's Work, together with Statik Selektah, who did all the production.
Sheek Louch put out Extinction: Last Of A Dying Breed, without making much noise.
Look out for Slim Thug's Boss Of All Bosses coming out soon. Production from Mr. Lee, Mannie Fresh and Jim Jonsin, and guest-spots from Devin The Dude, UGK, Z-Ro, Scarface, Chamillionaire, Paul Wall, Yelawolf, and more.
As usual, check out all the newest additions in "What's New".
Check out the index at Dubcnn The Vault or The Vault Index in our forum, where you can also see artist/producer discographies and videographies, created and maintained by our forum members.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... J Peezy Connects With Matt Blaque In The "V.I.P" - By : Mil - March 26, 2009
 Northern California artist J Peezy has been making noise as hes begun breaking his new record around various Cali clubs.
The smooth club single titled "V.I.P" sees J Peezy link up with Bay Area R&B sensation Matt Blaque and this combination works very well as evidence by the outcome of the song.
Check the single out below, we have both the dirty and clean versions available for download or streaming through our media player.
J Peezy - V.I.P (Featuring Matt Blaque) (Clean Radio Edit)
J Peezy - V.I.P (Featuring Matt Blaque) (Dirty)
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for all the latest on J Peezy. Enjoy the track!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Ya Boy Remixes "Blame It" - By : Mil - March 26, 2009
 Courtesy of DJ Ill Will we have a new Ya Boy track today for download. Hard at work YB the Rockstar has been finishing up his "Mohawks & Heavy Metal" mixtape which is slated to drop early April.
The track we have today is a remix to the popular Jamie Foxx single "Blame It". This track is not set to appear on the "Mohawks & Heavy Metal" mixtape but if you liked the original version, you know it can only get better with a verse from Ya Boy so check it out below!
Jamie Foxx - Blame It Remix (Featuring Ya Boy & T-Pain)
Check back with us for all the latest Ya Boy news and media.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... J Wells Releases "Already Famous" Video - By : Mil - March 25, 2009
 On 4-14-09 J. Wells will release his sophomore album, Digital Master Vol. 2.1, and it will feature appearances from Snoop Dogg, Estelle, Kurupt, Da Brat, WC, Roscoe, Tha Liks, Rah Digga and Mack 10 among many others.
Previously we had premiered the first single off the album Already Famous featuring Kurupt, Da Brat & Mister and today we can follow that up with the video to the same track. As always when it comes to a J. Wells video there are cameos to watch out for, see if you can spot them!
J. Wells - Already Famous (Featuring Da Brat, Kurupt & Mister)
Look out for Digital Master 2.1 dropping April 14th!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Disko Drops "AddWater" Video From "Turnt Up" LP - By : Rud - March 25, 2009
 Inglewood rapper/producer Disko is no stranger to dubcnn. We brought you his debut album "Tha Proof" for free download back in 2005 and have since then been keeping you updated on the New West representer.
Disko is also the person behind Problem's smash hit "I'm Toe Up" aka "I'm F-cked Up", which ended up getting Problem a record deal with Univeral Republic and a remix with Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, DJ Quik and Terrace Martin. While making his moves and networking in the industry, Disko also found the time for a new album.
His latest project "Turnt Up" was given to dubcnn to release as a free download back in the Summer of 2008 via the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network. Production was of course handled by Disko himself and features include Problem, Eastwood, 211, K-Active, Spider Loc and S-Class.
If you missed the release when we dropped it in July you can get it now via the link below.
Disko - Turnt Up (Album Download)
Today we are checking back in on Disko as he recently released the video to a track off the project called "AddWater" - this is the video to follow up from I Came From The Ghetto which came out in November.
Disko AddWater (Video)
Enjoy the video and check out the full mixtape if you missed it. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more news and media - don't forget to check out Disko on MySpace by clicking here.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Rome Plans To "Cut The Check" On "My Demo" In April - By : Rud - March 24, 2009
 Never far from the pages of Dubcnn are the artists that grace the roster of BYI Entertainment. In December we announced that the label had added Rome to its roster as a recording artist having made a name for himself as a talented music producer working with superstar rappers such as Rick Ross, Busta Rhymes and Omar Cruz.
Since then R.O.M.E. has been pumping out new music regularly showcasing his soulful, hard-hitting beats, mixed with his heartfelt lyrics.
A couple of weeks ago we premiered a new Rome track The Bottom and more recently we followed it up with The Last Laugh; both of which got a fantastic response.
Today we have a new track entitled "Cut The Check" that is set to feature on the BYI Entertainment & DJ Skee Presented "My Demo" project which drops on April 21, 2009. Check out the track in streaming or download format below.
Rome - Cut The Check
Make sure to check out Rome on Myspace and look out for that BYI Entertainment & DJ Skee Presented "My Demo" dropping April 21st!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Goldie Loc Gearing Up To Release "Rebirth of the Eastsida" - By : LilJay - March 23, 2009
 It's already been over a year since we first broke the news about Goldie Loc's new solo project "Rebirth of the Eastsida" (see: Goldie Loc Returns With "Tha Eastsida Rebirth" Album). The album obviously still hasn't come out yet, but the Long Beach rapper kept on pushing for the Coast by doing songs with The Warzone and joining Snoop Dogg on the West Fest tour last summer. He is now finally gearing up to release the album and he has reached out to Dubcnn to share some new information about his situation.
"I'm knocking out my parts now and then get the features going. I'm trying to get this out by summertime, so everyone has some summer music and some going back to school music. So the "Rebirth of the Eastsida" is definitely coming" Goldie Loc told Dubcnn.
Judging from the previews, you can expect some of the best music that you've heard from the Loc in the last few years. We'll have some music from the album available soon here on Dubcnn.
Until then you can check out this new track we have for you today called "Sonshine". It features Quazedelic and G-Money with a beat provided by 19-year old producer Anthem. G-Money and Anthem are both signed to Goldie Loc's label Slumperville Music. "Sonshine" is about dealing with the situation when their baby moms try to take their sons away from them. Even though it's just a leftover and not planned to be featured on any future projects, there's no point in leaving it unheard as I'm sure some people will relate to this.
Goldie Loc - Sonshine Feat. Quazedelic & G-Money (Prod. by Anthem)
 In related news, as a little bonus we have one of many unreleased songs that Quazedelic has sitting in his vaults waiting to be heard. This is a track from 2004 that Quaze produced for Redman and Method Man called "Wait A Minute". It's taken from the upcoming project "The Resume" by The Soundscannerz (Quazedelic and Josef Leimberg), which we reported on numerous times. Quaze also has his long-awaited solo album coming out this summer called "The Arrival". More on that project soon!
Redman & Method Man - Wait A Minute (Prod. by Quazedelic)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DJ Crazy Toones, Young Maylay, WC & Bad Lucc Mix Blog - By : Nima - March 23, 2009
 It's time for a brand new mix blog by DJ Crazy Toones! Judging by the tremendous feedback his last drop (WC Mix Blog) received, I'm sure you've been eagerly anticipating what Crazy Toones has in store for you next.
Well, you won't be dissapointed. For this week's mix blog, C-Toones recruited Young Maylay, WC and the Watts Riot Bad Lucc to come rock with him. As expected, the MC's all kill. My personal highlight is WC's line: "Dub Cizzle down to blast and if a b-tch run up, I'll Chris Brown her ass!". You already know what it is, get the track below:
DJ Crazy Toones - Young Maylay, WC & Bad Lucc (Mix Blog)
Enjoy this drop and look for more Crazy Toones mix blogs soon!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Crooked I & King Tech Unite For "If You Ever Hear Me" - By : Rud - March 23, 2009
 Crooked I ensures he is always in the news with his ability to keep creating new music and getting it out to the streets and online. Recently much of the news has been about the shooting incident a few weeks ago, but the Long Beach MC got back to the music last week with the release of the brand new cut produced by Komplex.
That track is the first leak from his upcoming and long overdue debut album "B.O.S.S." which is now to be available for free download. I'm leaking this song first just to give them a sneak preview of what "B.O.S.S." is gonna sound like" Crooked I exclusively told Dubcnn.
Since then a half finished version of another track leaked on some blogs and forums entitled "If You Ever Hear Me." Today we have the full version of the new track that is produced by King Tech and will be featured on a new release but not on "B.O.S.S."
Readers who read the last update will already know that Crooked I and the Wake Up Show's King Tech have been in the studio as he told us; "We made some crazy records. We made 7 songs in one day." he said. "I think that's my new direction, the sound is totally different. It's the same quality music, but tomorrow's not promised, so I wanna express myself to the fullest now. If it's a whole song about the bullshit going on in the hood or a relative that passed away, whatever it is, I just wanna express all my feelings."
Crooked I - If You Ever Hear Me (Produced By King Tech)
Judge the new music and cast those opinions on our forum today! Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and media from Crooked I and the "B.O.S.S." album.
Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Locksmith Is Back As "Frank the Rabbit" - By : LilJay - March 23, 2009
 As we reported a few weeks ago, Locksmith & E-A Ski are ready to shake up the Bay Area again. While Ski is about to blow up his I.M.G.M.I. imprint (see: E-A Ski & Locksmith Return With New Video), Locksmith is testing his mettle with a solo career. While putting the finishing touches on his debut LP "Frank the Rabbit", Locksmith is releasing the single "Therapudic" which is already making its rounds on mixshows and getting regular spins on KMEL and Sacramento's KBMB.
The Richmond-born emcee hasn't lost his trademark raw lyricism, precise delivery, or stinging critiques of the status quo. Whether it be industry games or governmental corruption, Lock calls it how he sees it on the new track. With his lyrical prowess over super-producer E-A-Ski's lean, menacing beats, Locksmith transcends all Hip-Hop boundaries.
From his studio in Oakland, Lock expresses his excitement about his solo release and claims that "Frank the Rabbit", which features Royce the 5'9, Jake One, Left of the Frontline and E-A-Ski, might surprise heads.
"Sonically, it's very different from what I've done in the past" Locksmith adds. "There's lots of instrumentation, a little reminiscent of old school Hip-Hop." As for the concept, it's a wild ride into the darker, uncensored side of his brain, an idea he got from one of his favorite flicks, "Donnie Darko".
"Frank the Rabbit" will hit stores this summer.
Check out "Therapudic" by clicking on the link below:
Locksmith - Therapudic (Prod. by E-A-Ski)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Fratt House Are Out To "Get That Paper" - By : Mil - March 22, 2009
 The Long Beach group FrattHouse, consisting of G.B. (the son of RBX) and E-Money (cousin of Snoop Dogg), last hit us with new music in January when they released Am So Fly which featured Daz Dillinger.
That track was taken from their upcoming album "FrattHouse University", on top of that we had previously released another track off the album titled Hot For Real.
We have just been sent a brand new track entitled "Get That Paper" which although not set to appear on their debut album "FrattHouse University" it is from a DPG and Gangsta Zone Records project that is being compiled in France.
The song is produced by DJ-AK and features Daz Dillinger and can be listened to and downloaded below.
Fratt House - Get That Paper (Featuring Daz Dillinger)
The album is set to feature Glasses Malone, Daz Dillinger, Junior, G-Style and Pr1me. Ensure you stay tuned to Dubcnn for more news and media - in the meantime download their latest mixtape over at the Relic Ent website.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Soul Assassins Album On The Way - By : Mil - March 22, 2009
 Lead by multi-platinum producer DJ Muggs, California's Soul Assassins crew is a movement. With a hand in street apparel, art & graphic design, video production, radio, custom car detailing, and of course, music, it's no exaggeration to say that these guys have the streets on lock.
With lots brewing on all sides of the clique, Muggs has assembled a hot lineup of crew members and affiliates to showcase the musical wing of the Soul Assassins crew, all over his signature hazy beats that have been behind hits for Cypress Hill, Ice Cube, House of Pain & more.
Though the crew reps the West Coast to the heart, the album features top contributions from all over the hip-hop landscape. The RZA, La Coka Nostra, Prodigy, M1 of Dead Prez and Alchemist deliver the gritty East Coast boom-bap, Bun-B of UGK delivers the flow that put Port Arthur, Texas on the map, and of course B-Real of Cypress Hill, Xzibit, Evidence, Self Scientific, & Sick Jacken and more hold it down for the West. The album also features bubbling talent including Fashawn, PCP, and Young De, and even the return of Mugg's dark soul / trip-hop project Dust.
With Soul Assassins Radio running on stations across the country, a new line in their successful clothing company dropping this spring, and a 250-page retrospective on the crew in the works, it's safe to say that the Soul Assassins are taking over this year. We have the tracklisting for the album below.
Soul Assassins - Intermission (June, 2009, Gold Dust)
1. Gangsta Shit - Bun B + M1
2. Classical - Sick Jacken & Evidence
3. Gunshots - Chace Infinite & Alchemist
4. Do It - La Coka Nostra
5. Rep Yo Shit - P.C.P (Sick Jacken &Necro)
6. Good Evening LA- Self Scientific
7. Meet Your Maker - Reef The Lost Cause & Outer Space
8. Intermission - RZA, Rev.William Burk, Planet Asia, B-Real
9. Champions ( Remix) - Prodigy & Big Twins
10. Let Go (My Life) - Fashawn
11. Like That Y'All - Planet Asia
12. World We'Re In - Cynic
13. Call It Like I Aee It - Chace Infinite & Krondon
14. Matchbox - Dust
15 Figure It Out - Young De feat. Xzibit & Mykestro (Bonus Track)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Paid Dues 2009 Next Weekend: Win Tickets! - By : Rud - March 22, 2009
 This years Paid Dues independent hip-hop festival, promoted by MURS 3:16 in association with Guerilla Union (Rock The Bells, Cypress Hill Smoke Out), is once again proudly sponsored by Dubcnn. For the fourth consecutive year, the event -- which has been dubbed "independent hip-hop's premiere festival -- will be held at the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, California on March 28th 2009. This year's line-up includes headliners Atmosphere and Tech N9ne, with supporting acts consisting of Living Legends, B-Real, Brother Ali, Cage, LMNO, Blu & Exile and Eyedea & Abilities, among others - with Visionaries' 2Mex set to host.
"This year's Paid Dues line-up is very special to me because we have acts like Tech N9ne and Atmosphere, who I've been big fans of and also trying to book forever," said Murs of the annual event. "The show also marks the So-Cal return of [Eyedea & Abilitie], who haven't played the NOS since the legendary Wu-Tang reunion at the 2004 Rock The Bells. Cage, B-Real and [The Grouch and Eligh] all have new records dropping this spring."
With three years of history already since first launching Paid Dues, Murs reflects. "I just can't believe this is our fourth year! I am so thankful to all our family, friends and supporters. And I look forward to making this March 28th another great and memorable moment in hip-hop history."
Guerilla Union founder, Chang Weisberg, is also excited, saying this year should be the festival's biggest to date. "I can't wait to see all these acts. I truly believe this is the biggest and best line-up yet..." he says.
Since that comment Paid Dues have added to that line up with the addition of the buzz-worthy supergroup, Slaughterhouse, which consists of lyricists Joe Budden, Royce Da 5'9", Joell Ortiz, and Crooked I. For the first time, the audience at PAID DUES will witness the exclusive West Coast premiere performance of Slaughterhouse.
Want to be part of that? Well as proud media sponsors Dubcnn are offering 2 General Admission tickets to the show this coming weekend - March 28 at the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, California.
This is a SOLD OUT EVENT so your only chance of a ticket is to get involved and enter the contest using the below link.
Dubcnn Paid Dues Event Portal: Win Tickets
For more information ensure you check out the official Paid Dues website or log onto MySpace.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Mack 10 Is "So Sharp" With Lil Wayne & Jim Jones - By : Rud - March 22, 2009
 It was July 2007 when we first released a track that was said to be from the upcoming new Mack 10 solo album "Soft White" through his Hoo Bangin' label and Cash Money. That track Street Sh-t featuring Glasses Malone & Butch Cassidy was the last we heard on the album until March 2008 when we dropped the Ervin "E.P." Pope produced Big Baller with Glasses Malone & Red Cafe.
Shortly after a video for Big Baller was released and raised anticpation levels for "Soft White" once more.
Now after another hiatus we have just received what seems to be the new single that will lead us into "Soft White" which sees Mack 10 alongside Lil Wayne and Jim Jones. The track, which can be downloaded or streamed below, is entitled "So Sharp" and definitely has a more radio friendly edge that the 2007 single Street Sh-t.
Mack 10 - So Sharp (Feat. Lil Wayne & Jim Jones)
Judge the new music and cast those opinions on our forum today! Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news and media from Mack 10 and the "Soft White" album.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Dubcnn Sponsors Rootbeer's "Pink Limousine Tour" - By : Rud - March 22, 2009
 Dubcnn is one again proud to sponsor another Tour Series following on from the successes of the Souls Of Mischief, Living Legends and Grouch tours we have been involved with. This time we are backing "The Pink Limousine Tour" which kicked off last week in support of the recently released Rootbeer (Pigeon John and Flynn Adam) debut EP "The Pink Limousine" which hit stores on March 10.
"The Pink Limousine Tour" penetrates 14 markets throughout the Western United States and showcases energetic sets by Rootbeer’s one-of-a-kind dynamic duo Pigeon John and Flynn Adam.
The simple shortcut to that Rootbeer descriptive word puzzle could be something like “MGMT injected with some N.E.R.D and A Tribe Called Quest”. As clearly evident in their lyrics and style, Flynn Adam and Pigeon John are unapologetic purveyors of popular culture. Rather than making an escape attempt on this debut to something that was some subtle artistic departure from the Lost Angels-flavored West Coast underground laid back rap that raised them, the duo has grown more apt to fully open their arms and embrace a vast array of what is relative to their own contemporary culture consumption today. With an even more upped-tempo vocal cadence dancing on top of beatscapes that awaken even the hippest of skeptics, the music will make you jump up like a chimpanzee.
An unbelievably charismatic live show, mixed with the most infectious hooks you’ve wrapped your ears around in quite some time, Rootbeer slaps a smile on your face that you simply can’t contain. Like some of the lyrics remind you: “It feels so good, feels so great, feels so wonderful,” so tune in and dig it!
With Dubcnn as sponsors you are well catered for as we have 2 Tickets up for grabs for the duos final show at the Detroit Bar, 843 West 19th Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627. The April 4th 2009 gig is 21+ and if you want a chance to win a ticket just email us here with your details!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive Daz "Tell Me What U Got" Off New Album - By : Nima - March 21, 2009
 While Daz Dillinger is currently on tour in Japan with Glasses Malone and Bigg Steele, he took the time to send us an exclsive update. He will be returning with a brand new solo album called "Public Enemiez" this summer, to coincide with the relase of the "Public Enemy" blockbuster movie coming soon.
This time around, he kept it strictly solo, as the only features on the album are R&B singers on the chorus, such as Latoya Williams, Nicole Wray, Tony Terry, Chris Star and Los. Other than that, the whole album is raw Daz Dillinger raps, with production coming from Daz, Soopafly and I.V..
Daz also sent us an exclusive preview track off the album to premiere on the site. It's called "Tell Me What You Got", and finds Daz reminiscing about the Death Row days and telling stories of how he came up and got to where he is now.
Check it out below:
Daz Dillinger - Tell Me What You Got
Check out the tracklisting of the album below:
01. Streetz Most Wanted
02. You Let Me Down (ft. Latoya Williams)
03. Tell Me What You Got
04. Life Stagez
05. Nuthinz Gonna Stop Me (ft. Los)
06. U're 2nd II None
07. Tear Drops
08. In My Nieghborhood
09. Munchiez 4 Ya Love (ft. Nicole Wray)
10. My #1 Gyrl (ft. Los)
11. Why Can't U See (ft. Chris Starr)
12. Let's Git N 2 Somethin' (ft. Tony Terry)
13. Meet Me @ Tha Strip Club
14. Metro PCS (ft. Nicole Wray)
15. Don't Slip
16. Public Enemiez
As mentioned at the beginning of the article, Daz is currently on tour in Japan with Glasses Malone and Bigg Steele. They uploaded a couple of videos of them on the road, check them out below:
Daz, G. Malone, Bigg Steele, E-Money, Bigg A, Hed & DJ Coke-E Cooking in Japan (Video)
Daz, G. Malone & Bigg Steele Signing Autographs (Video)
 And last but not least we have another exclusive joint for you. Most of you will remember Bay Area rapper Mac Shawn from his affiliation with The Click and from his numerous features with the Dogg Pound crew. He dissapeared for a few years but it looks like he's back in the lab as Mac Shawn 100! We've got a brand new joint he recorded with Daz called "Party Don't Stop".
Check it out below:
Mac Shawn 100 - Party Don't Stop (ft. Daz Dillinger)
Enjoy the music and look out for Daz Dillinger's "Public Enemiez" album dropping this summer! In the meantime, follow Daz on Twitter and check him out on MySpace.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... "Another Day Another Dollar" For Roccett - By : LilJay - March 19, 2009
 USDA member Roccett is currently preparing the release of his new street album with DJ Scream called "Another Day Another Dollar". The project will surprise with banging southern collaborations with Young Buck, Rick Ross, Young Jeezy and more brand new joints from the California rapper. The first single from the project is the song called "No Way You Can Win".
"Another Day Another Dollar will be one of my best work to date. To have DJ Scream on board is a major move for me. This project will surprise a lot of people - expect the unexpected! I'm excited to continue my grind and push the Roccett brand and Get Your Green Up movement to the next level" Roccett said about his upcoming release.
Check out "No Way You Can Win" by hitting the link below:
Roccett - No Way You Can Win
"Another Day Another Dollar" is scheduled to be released next month.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Trailer From The "LAUSD Presents..." Album - By : LilJay - March 19, 2009
 After bringing you the "iFeel" joint from the upcoming LAUSD project last week (see: L.A.U.S.D Feat. Blu & Jack Davey - "iFeel"), we now have a new drop off "Curlytops & Nautica Jackets". This here is a new trailer with the U-N-I song in the background. The trailer is about a kid that goes through his daily routine in getting fresh for school and during the mid to late 90s in Los Angeles, many of the items that he pulls out of the closet were staples in many a wardrobe for So Cal school kids, including the Jam in the hair.
"Curlytops & Nautica Jackets" is a compilation full of talented young MC's out of California. It features all new songs from Blu, Miss Jack Davey, U-N-I, Pac Div, Dom Kennedy, Diz Gibran, El Prez, Bad Lucc, TiRon, Convinced, Shawn Chrystopher, Eastwood, Polyester The Saint, and many more.
LAUSD Presents "The Curlytops Trailer" Feat. U-N-I (Video)
The album drops next Tuesday, March 24th.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... J. Wells Readying "Digital Master Vol. 2.1" (Audio) - By : LilJay - March 19, 2009
 As you might have seen in the banner rotation here on Dubcnn, J. Wells is gearing up to release his second album "Digital Master Vol. 2.1". The album is scheduled to hit the stores and iTunes on April 14th.
Just like the first installment, Wells secured guest appearances from high profile artists such as Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, Roscoe, WC, Tha Liks, Da Brat, Estelle, Rah Digga and Mack 10.
Today we bring you a brand new track off the project called "We Don't Give A Fuck" featuring WC.
J. Wells - We Don't Give A Fuck feat. WC
Check back with Dubcnn for more info on the the digital master.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Phil The Agony Prepares "Think Green" Album [Audio] - By : Nima - March 18, 2009
 Phil The Agony (of Strong Arm Steady) is dropping an eco-friendly solo album entitled "Think Green" this spring, featuring guest appearances from Talib Kweli, Jean Grae, Planet Asia, Chace Infinite, Mitchy Slick and more.
A “footprint-free” digital EP version of the release will be available on Earth Day (April 22nd) to be followed by the physical release in stores May 5th. The title track "Think Green" featuring Talib Kweli has been making its rounds since last summer.
We now have the second leak from the project for ya'll, the "Think Green" remix featuring Mitchy Slick and Chace Infinite. The original version will be included on the album as well.
Check out the remix below:
Phil The Agony - Think Green (Remix) (ft. Mitchy Slick & Chace Infinite)
With "Think Green", Agony takes a different approach in his mission, not only to fans of hip-hop, but also to eco-minded individuals. On the album's title track, Phil wastes no time in explaining why it’s important to think of our surroundings as he states: "I print my album on recycled paper so you ain’t gotta cut the rainforest, for me to sing the chorus…" The economy rides with the environment as the emcee creates, in his words, an "environmentally conscious hip-hop album" for 2009.
"Think Green"'s commercial packing holds true to Phil's vision, with a minimalist 100% recycled, eco-friendly CD sleeve. Phil has even partnered up with the National Global Releaf Program to have a tree planted for every copy of Think Green that is purchased.
Make sure to pick up your copy of the album when it drops!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Bad Lucc & Terrace Martin "She's A Hoodrat" - By : Nima - March 18, 2009
 As previously announced, The Watts Riot aka Bad Lucc is working on his debut solo album, which is set to be entirely produced by Terrace Martin. After dropping the Dubb Union group project last year, it's time for Bad Lucc to get some shine on his own and show the world why he's getting co-signed by everybody from Snoop Dogg to DJ Quik.
A preview track off the Bad Lucc & Terrace Martin album was sent out this week, it's called "She's A Hoodrat" and should give you an idea of what to expect from the full album. Check it out below:
Bad Lucc - She's A Hoodrat (ft. Terrace Martin) (Prod. by Terrace Martin)
Look for more music from this duo soon!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... 1 World Hip-Hop Championship: Win 1 Million Dollars - By : Nima - March 18, 2009
 Industry Exec, Kevin Black has joined forces with MoTV1 and they invite you to step into the Cypher and prove you're the world's best rapper in front of a national audience on a true gladiator event! "This is a life changing event for the winner and it settles it all for real". Who Is the Best? One Shot, One Chance, One Million Dollars!!! There can be only one One World Hip Hop Championship.
As of today, there are only eleven days left to get into raps biggest battle. To register now, click here.
Artists are encouraged to upload their original free-style audition video at WorldHipHopChamp.com to qualify for the 1 World Hip Hop Championship finals taped in Chicago, (quarterfinals), Las Vegas, (semifinals) and the Championship finale in Atlanta, for a chance to win a $1 million prize. Hosted by groundbreaking disc jockey, Parry P and performing artist, Mena Heaven, elimination finals will be aired on MTV2 with scheduled celebrity guest appearances and performances.
Ambitious rappers over the age of 18 can register on the 1 World Hip Hop Championship Website to upload their original 60-second free-style audition. Once registered, contestants will receive a unique keyword with a corresponding URL they can use to self promote and garner votes from their fans. Votes are accepted via text and begin midnight, March 3, 2009 through midnight, April 3, 2009.
Ten finalists will be announced on April 3, 2009 and flown, all-expenses paid, to attend the quarter-finals in Chicago, Ill., where they will compete to further their chances to the semi-finals in Las Vegas, Nev.. In Las Vegas, four finalists will compete as they move one step closer to the finale in New York City., where the final two contestants will battle head-to-head for the coveted 1 World Hip Hop Champion $1 million prize.
For more informations, check out WorldHipHopChamp.com.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DJ 2 High presents West Coast Gangsta Shit Vol. 1 - By : Justin - March 18, 2009
 DJ 2 High has just released "West Coast Gangsta Shit Vol. 1", and it is available digitally on iTunes. The album features tracks from Bigg Snoop Dogg, Daz Dillinger, Soopafly, Goldie Loc, Foesum, Damani, Bam and more. View the track listing out below, and Dubcnn also has an audio preview from the album; "I'm 2 High" by Daz, produced by Battlecat and DJ 2 High.
Daz - I'm 2 High (Produced by Battlecat and DJ 2 High) [Audio]
iTunes link to purchase "West Coast Gangsta Shit Vol. 1"
01. Joe Cool - Factor Intro
02. Daz - I'm 2High
03. Goldie Loc And Bam - Necc Brace Muzik
04. Foesum And ds455 - World Wide 2
05. Cornhead - We Are
06. 20 Crips - C-Walkin'
07. Daz And Bam - Bitch Nigga
08. Mnmsta And Bo-Rocc - In The Same Boat
09. Exit And Goldie Loc - Life
10. VA - 911 Call (Skit)
11. Mnmsta - Trix Of The Trade
12. Sanga Loc - Candy
13. Roscoe - Pop Drop
14. Daz - Give It Up
15. Daz And Cornbread - All I Really Want Is
16. Snoop Dogg And Soopafly - Then She Got It
17. Damani - A Masterplan
18. Sanga Loc, Goldie Loc And Bam - I Got It Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Crooked I Talks First Leak From "B.O.S.S." - By : LilJay - March 17, 2009
Crooked I's name has been in the news non-stop since the shooting incident a few weeks ago, but the Long Beach MC is back to let the music do the talking and do what he does best: rap. We just got a hold of a brand new cut called "I'm Still A MC", which is produced by in-house producer Komplex. The song is the first leak from his upcoming "B.O.S.S." album, which will be available for free download.
"I'm leaking this song first just to give them a sneak preview of what "B.O.S.S." is gonna sound like" Crooked I exclusively told Dubcnn. "I'm gonna be performing this song at the Paid Dues festival, so I want them to hear some of the stuff first."
What made Crooked I decide to put out another free project? "I'm about to take a whole other lane, and I'm trying to think of a creative way to give people the album. I might set up a website where all the fans can sign up and download the album for free. I'm not a hard dude to negotiate with, but if you're a distribution company and you tell me you want 80% of my digital money, I'm not putting out my record with you! So I might as well give it to my fans for free opposed to put it out with a label, since they make all the money. I'm trying to make this a special delivery for the fans, and they get mad about that. But yo, I just want to cut out the middle man and give it straight to you, cause 9 times out of 10 the middle man tries to fuck me and the fans."
He also talked about the fans' expectations for the album: "My fans might fuck with me on this one, or they might not. We'll see. But I love them for supporting me all this time. I know they wanna be able to purchase stuff, because you can't say Crooked I is one of the best rappers ever if Crooked I don't have record sales that back it up. The flow is there, but the record sales have to be there too. And I think a lot of my fans, they can't win those classic arguments that we all have about who's the best MC."
Crooked I then revealed to Dubcnn that he just got back from working on new music with the Wake Up Show's King Tech. "We made some crazy records. We made 7 songs in one day." he said. "I think that's my new direction, the sound is totally different. It's the same quality music, but tomorrow's not promised, so I wanna express myself to the fullest now. If it's a whole song about the bullshit going on in the hood or a relative that passed away, whatever it is, I just wanna express all my feelings."
Last but not least, Crooked I commented on the cell phone footage of the shooting, which was posted online last week. "I saw the footage and I tried to get the sites to take it down. I called several people and told them to take it down the same day. Nobody wants to see some shit like that. But we're trying to find that guy who posted it in the first place, but what can I do man. It is what it is now."
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more info on "B.O.S.S.". Until then, check out the song "I'm Still A MC" produced by Komplex.
Crooked I - I'm Still A MC (Prod. by Komplex)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive Interview With Boi-1da! - By : Yash - March 17, 2009
 The Toronto native, who is a fan of Dubcnn and who hangs on our forum, stopped by the Dubcnn office to sit down for a video interview. Few producers have produced a beat that have made Dr. Dre excited enough to lace a verse for their track, but when Dre heard his remix to the Kardinal Offishall single "Set It Off", he decided to rap over the beat because he liked it so much.
Boi-1da is a promising producer from Canada who has worked with artists such as Ludacris, Trey Songz, G-Unit just to name a few. He talks about the projects that he's recently been working on as well as future plans.
Click here to watch the interview with Boi-1da.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Seven Links Up w/ AMG & Kweli On "Like A Rocket" - By : LilJay - March 16, 2009
 Soul singer Seven has recently released his fifth solo album called "Like A Rocket". The 14 track deep record offers a variety of different flavors, ranging from laid back soul jams to funky West Coast beats to radio friendly pop songs. On the album's title track, "Like A Rocket", Compton's own AMG makes an appearance and rides his verse with his trademark flow. The Swiss native Seven also reached out to Talib Kweli for that Brooklyn connection, as he spits a verse on the album's opening track "Go Slow".
You can check out the tracks below, the album is available on CD Baby.
Seven - Like A Rocket Feat. AMG
Seven - Go Slow Feat. Talib Kweli
Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Dubcnn Exclusive: Mercy (Brand Nubian Honors) - By : Jonathan - March 16, 2009
 Dubcnn got the exclusive first look for “Mercy” from the upcoming Brand Nubian Honors Mixtape. The song “Mercy” features Grand Puba, Catskill and Seven, with an intro from Sadat X.
The Brand Nubian Honors is the first mixtape release in the Honors series, which specializes in recognizing our hip-hop pioneers and placing them with current superstars, or up-and-coming artists from all genres, all across the globe.
Brand Nubian - Mercy (ft. Grand Puba, Catskill, Seven)
Dubcnn will keep you updated with every exciting announcement and new release surrounding this special Honors series.
As always, hit me up at MySpace anytime with your thoughts, requests, and ideas.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Hustle Boyz - Twist Up Grapes (Video Dir. by Dah Dah) - By : Justin - March 14, 2009
  After the positive response for the "Don't Bother Me" video, the Hustle Boyz and Dah Dah have teamed up once again. They recently shot a new music video for the song "Twist Up Grapes" while on the set of Snoop Dogg's new mtv show "Dogg After Dark".
The video features cameos from WC, Crazy Toones, Kurupt, Soopafly, Warren G, B-Real, Young Maylay and more.
Hustle Boyz - Twist Up Grapes (Video Directed by Dah Dah)
Also check out the music video for "Don't Bother Me", if you haven't already.
Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Sir Jinx and Dr. Dre Unite To Record New Music - By : Jonathan - March 14, 2009
.jpg) Two elephants in the room -- actually, in a Los Angeles recording studio -- as Sir Jinx has officially teamed up with Dr. Dre for some new music. These two legendary producers are working together for the very first time in over two decades!
Obviously, Jinx and Dre have a long time history together as personal friends and through their families, but this is officially their very first one-on-one musical collaboration. Dubcnn will keep you up to date with this historical and groundbreaking news.
In the meantime, check out the introspective, 3-part exclusive interview Chad Kiser did with Sir Jinx last year for Dubcnn, below:
Sir Jinx: Part One | Sir Jinx: Part Two | Sir Jinx: Part Three
Make sure you visit Sir Jinx on his official MySpace and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest updates on Sir Jinx and Dr Dre!
Also, as always, be sure to leave your feedback in our forums!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... The System About To "Flood The West" This Summer - By : LilJay - March 12, 2009
 Dubcnn readers will be familiar with production crew The System, who are best known for producing the song "Keep On" by Sly Boogy, Crooked I and Kam. The song received tremendous feedback when it leaked back in 2006. At the same time they announced their debut album "Flood The Best", but that project got delayed for over 2 years.
Fast forward to present day, The System are gearing up to finally release their longawaited album "Flood The West" on June 21st. Up until then we will be dropping one song per month from the LP which features guest appearances by Sly Boogy, Crooked I, Kam, Roscoe, Ya Boy, One Punch, Young Dre, Maylay, Kojo, Ms. Jade, Jojo of Jodeci, Tristate, Noni Spitz, Geo Brown, Skeelo and others.
For the month of march we got the strip club banger "Make Dat Pussy Move" featuring Roscoe, Ya Boy and One Punch.
The System - Make Dat Pussy Move feat. Roscoe, Ya Boy and One Punch
For more info, hit The System on MySpace.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Keelay & Zaire's "Riding High" Is Out Now - By : LilJay - March 12, 2009
 In case you have slept on the bi-coastal production duo Keelay & Zaire's, there's a good chance you missed their new album "Ridin High" which came out this Tuesday. These two have created a very refreshing project with a versatile sound. The line-up is just the icing on the cake... "Ridin High" features songs from the likes of my homeboy Slo-Mo and his partner Mushmouf as Fortillive (news on them soon), Phonte of Little Brother, Blu, Tash of Tha Liks, Cali Agents, Saafir and many more.
The album's lead single is the amazing "The Times", a collaboration between Blu, Fortilive and singer Nino Moschella who is killing it on the hook (actually, they're all killing it). The video has been receiving airplay on BET and MTV since January (click here to watch). The video for "Alright With Me" featuring Dminor and Phonte is coming up next!
To get a taste of "Riding High", download the album sampler mixed by DJ Mere. Get your copy of the album at iTunes. Support quality Hip-Hop!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Mistah F.A.B. Remakes Slick Rick Classic - By : LilJay - March 12, 2009
 Mistah F.A.B. released a new song yesterday, exclusively to the internet, where he pays homage to Slick Rick. He remakes his old school (1988) classic "Teenage Love", but Fabby Davis calls this one "Teenage Thug".
Storytelling at its finest from the Oakland native over a Cozmo produced beat. Enjoy the new track below and ensure you drop feedback on our forums.
Mistah F.A.B. - Teenage Thug
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.......................................................................................... New Music From Knoc-Turn'al - By : LilJay - March 12, 2009
 Treacherous Records artist Knoc-Turn'al has just finished up his mixtape which is called "Knoc's Ville". The project is scheduled to come out in April and we have another preview for you today, after posting the mixtape's title track a few weeks ago (See: Knoc-Turn'al feat. One-2 - "Knoc's Ville").
The new song is produced by J-Beam and it's called "Amen". Hit the link below to stream/download it and remember to drop your thoughts on the track on our forums.
Knoc-Turn'al - Amen
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.......................................................................................... New Young Money West Music - By : Mil - March 12, 2009
 We've been keeping you up to date this year with the newly named Vice President of Young Money West, Raje', as he released his two singles from his upcoming album "You're Welcome" ; So Fly Featuring Lil Wayne & Loser Official Remix Featuring Lil Wayne & Tyga.
The movement is not slowing down one bit and we have two new hot tracks from the Young Money West camp featuring Sonny Jones, Jayo Felony, Dj Yoda, Hunt, Eastwood & Pusha T of The Clipse.
Sonny Jones & Jayo Felony - Breaktime Remix
DJ Yoda - Its Aight (Featuring Hunt, Eastwood, Jayo Felony & Pusha T)
Stay tuned for all the latest on Young Money West and be sure to drop by the forums, Shout out to Raje'!
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.......................................................................................... Stage Is Ready & On His Grind - By : Mil - March 11, 2009
 Murda Muzik/Blu Division artist Stage is currently working on his upcoming mixtape Murda Muzik Radio Pt.1 which he is releasing with Dj Ill Will, Dj Rockstar & Dj Razeone.
We have a song from the mixtape today called "I Grind", which features Post, Pelican Dre as well as Glasses Malone putting his stamp of approval on both the intro and outro. Be on the look out for Stage as he plans on releasing his album Standing Ovation later this year through Blu Division/Universal.
Stage - I Grind (Feat. Post, Pelican Dre & Glasses Malone)
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.......................................................................................... Timeless: Suite for Ma Dukes (Review & Gallery) - By : Justin - March 11, 2009
 VTech (R) and Mochilla paid tribute to the late J Dilla during their second concert in the four-part "Timeless" concert series at the Harriet and Charles Luckman Fine Arts Complex in Los Angeles on Sunday (February 22). The Showcase was lead by headliners Carlos Nino and Miguel Atwood-Ferguson, as they performed an interpretation of J. Dilla’s music through their contemporary chamber music style. Nino and Atwood-Ferguson also performed selections from their EP "Suite for Ma Dukes," live for the first time alongside a 40-piece orchestra and guests like Common, Talib Kweli, Illa J, Posdonous, Dwele, Bilal, Med, Oh No, Alchemist, Chali 2na, Fuzzy Fantabulous, J Davey and more. Check the link out below to get the full review..
Timeless: Suite For Ma Dukes (Review & Gallery)
Timeless: The Composer/Arranger Series Presented by VTech
Timeless III of IV. Arthur Verocai Live with 30-piece orchestra, DJ sets by Madlib & DJ Nuts, Sunday, March 15, 2009.
Timeless IV of IV. David Axelrod Live with 26-Piece Orchestra, DJ set by J Rocc. Sunday, April 5, 2009
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.......................................................................................... Glasses Malone Is Rollin With Kali & Termanology - By : LilJay - March 11, 2009
 A snippet of the Statik Selektah produced "Rollin Down The Freeway" featuring Glasses Malone, Kali & Termanology has been making its rounds in the trailer for the video game "Midnight Club: Los Angeles" by Rockstar Games.
The song is now featured on their new game upgrade which will be released tomorrow. Judging from the teaser alone, this track is a banger! Showoff West signee Kali out of Orange County provides the opening verse, followed by Termanology's hook and Glasses Malone's bars. These three cats definitely make a good combination...
Dubcnn has the song available for you below, check it out!
Statik Selektah - Rollin Down The Freeway Feat. Glasses Malone, Kali & Termanology
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.......................................................................................... Rome Gets "The Last Laugh" On New Track - By : Mil - March 11, 2009
In December we announced the news that BYI Entertainment added Rome to its roster as a recording artist. Having made a name for himself as a talented music producer working with superstar rappers such as Rick Ross, Busta Rhymes and Omar Cruz, R.O.M.E. is now ready to take the world by surprise with his soulful, hard-hitting beats, mixed with his heartfelt lyrics.
A couple of weeks ago we premiered a new Rome track The Bottom, which received an overwhelming response from our readers. After impressing with his rapping abilities, Rome hit us up with a follow up track which we have today for free download.
Rome - The Last Laugh (Produced By Rome)
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.......................................................................................... Dubcnn Spotlight: Shady Features - By : Jonathan - March 10, 2009
 Today, Dubcnn is hitting you up with a double-header: two scorching singles featuring Shady Records’ artists, Bobby Creekwater and Ca$his.
First up, is the Sol Messiah-produced heater “Motivation” by Skinny & Scales, featuring Bobby Creekwater from the upcoming album 40 Akerz.
Skinny & Scales - Motivation (ft. Bobby Creekwater)
 On deck is Epademik, hailing from the West Coast with his fiery underground single “Mr. Know It All”, featuring Ca$his. This single was produced by Serf Show and will appear on his upcoming album Addicted to the Grind.
Epademik - Mr. Know It All (ft. Ca$his)
As always hit me up with your stories, ideas, requests, etc. at MySpace and be sure to leave feedback in our forums.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Jay Rock Recruits The Game For New Single [Audio] - By : Nima - March 10, 2009
 Jay Rock doesn't seem to slow down. These past few weeks, he has been dropping new material on a daily basis, and not merely mixtape tracks but actual singles, including the Busta Rhymes-assisted track "Beat A Rapper Down", which we premiered recently (click here).
We've got some new crack for you today, off Jay Rock's upcoming major debut "Follow Me Home" dropping later this year through Top Dawg/Warner Music. You might have heard this track before when Julio G premiered it back in 2007, titled as "California Soul".
The final mixed version of the track was released this week. The track is now the title track off Jay Rock's album, "Follow Me Home" and features The Game. This is the official second single off the album, following "All My Life" with Lil Wayne and will.i.am.
Check out "Follow Me Home":
Jay Rock - Follow Me Home (ft. The Game) (Dirty)
Jay Rock - Follow Me Home (ft. The Game) (Clean)
As a bonus, here's a new mixtape joint that Jay Rock leaked today over Rick Ross' "Mafia Music". He called his version "Gudda Music", check it out:
Jay Rock - Gudda MusicDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... NWA Biopic In The Works - By : Adon - March 10, 2009
 It seems like over the last couple of years, biopics have become the new thing. Everyone from Ray Charles, to Johnny Cash, to Eminem have one. Most recently, The Notorious BIG biopic was released to critical acclaim, further opening the door for more Hip Hop biopics. There has been a lot of fan talk since Notorious hit theaters. People want more.
Fans won't have to wait much longer for an NWA biopic however. The movie, titled Straight Outta Compton, has recently been green lit by New Line Cinema. The urban drama will chronicle the rise and fall of the group. Following them from humble beginnings, to their fiery breakup in the early 90's, and ending with Eazy-E tragically dying of AIDS.
The film's producers, which include Ice Cube, Dr. Dre, and Tomica Wright (Eazy-E's widow), and Circle of Confusion entertainment, are now actively searching for a director along the lines of Curtis Hanson (8 Mile).
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.......................................................................................... Remembering... The Notorious B.I.G. - By : LilJay - March 9, 2009
 Today, March 9 2009, marks the 12th anniversary of the murder of The Notorious B.I.G. 12 years, crazy how time flies. Take a minute out of your day, grab your "Ready to Die" or "Life After Death" CD and pay your tributes to the Brooklyn MC!
In honor of Biggie's legacy, production trio Cookin' Soul have teamed up with DJ Drama to release a new mixtape called "The Notorious B.I.G. Tribute". They came up with a dope concept, as they flipped the original samples used in Biggie's albums into new songs with original appearances from the likes of Styles P, Lil' Cease, CL Smooth, Skyzoo, Nipsey Hussle, Jean Grae, Chaundon, and many more. You can now download the mixtape by clicking here.
In related news, Dubcnn's Music Editor Conan Milne recently wrote a review of the much talked about "Notorious" movie. Yeah, we get the late pass for that, but this one here is probably one of the most indepth "Notorious" reviews that you have read (if you have read any at all). You can check it out below:
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.......................................................................................... September 7th Drops "One Nation" Mixtape For Download - By : Mil - March 7, 2009
 In 2008 September 7th racked up an incredible number of mixtapes; most notably the monthly release of his "Western Hospitality" series. All 12 volumes of that mixtape series are available for download by searching the Dubcnn news archives!
Today we have a new mixtape from September 7th titled "One Nation" for download, after all today is the 7th! The theme of this mixtape is celebration of the recent inauguration of President Barrack Obama. To grab your copy for free and to check out the tracklist and covers hit the link below.
The new CD features music from Snoop Dogg, The Game, Jay-Z, Nas, Ludacris, Young Jeezy, Talib Kweli, Techniec, Quiz, Self Scientific, The Pharcyde, Ya Boy, David Banner & more!
September 7th Presents - One Nation (Free Download)
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.......................................................................................... Noni Spitz Releases New Mixtape For Free Download - By : Mil - March 7, 2009
 California's own Noni Spitz is a very talented mc who's made a name for himself on the music scene with his solo music as well as for being a part of Bishop Lamont's Wardoggz crew, Lost Souljahz & the new west movement.
While working on his duo album No One with producer Dae One, his solo album Spitzology, he continued to hit the streets hard for a collection of collaborations. He has put together a new mixtape called "Featured On the Streets" to show the game his dedication and grind.
The mixtape features some of the hottest up and coming artists including Bishop Lamont, Roccett, Butch Cassidy, Krys Ivory, Stylistic Jones, Fred Knux, Balance, Bangloose, Problem & more!
It also includes production from Dae One, Dem Jointz & The System Productions as well as others. We have the mixtape available for free download below so check it out!
Noni Spitz - Featured On the Streets (Free Download)
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.......................................................................................... Conjeo Prepares His "Los Angeles Times" - By : Rud - March 7, 2009
 It's been almost a year since we last mentioned Latin underground MC Conejo on Dubcnn, on that occasion it was only to credit him as a feature on the then upcoming Welcome To Rome project.
Prior to that the last we heard of Conejo was the Tattoo Ink project - the collaborative effort between Conejo, Bugsy and Venom which came out in 2006 and features some of Latin Hip-Hop's best including Guzzle (Heavyweight), Jacken (Sick Symphonies) and Omar Cruz (BYI/Interscope/Geffen).
Today we are back with news and media from his latest solo effort that is due for release next week. "Los Angeles Times is set for release via Felony Case Ent Aka Notorious Enemy and is sure to re-affirm his place amongst the L.A. Latin Hip-Hop community as he did with his debut "City Of Angels."
We urge you to check out the first single from "Los Angeles Times" entitled "The Devil Is Inside" via the link below and drop your thoughts on the
forums.
Conejo - The Devil Is Inside
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.......................................................................................... Terrace Martin & Pete Rock F/ Bad Lucc & J Black - Ridin Out - By : Justin - March 6, 2009
 Dubcnn has a new Terrace Martin track for all the fans who have been waiting. This time, Terrace has teamed up with the legendary producer Pete Rock for a song called "Ridin Out" which features Bad Lucc and J. Black. Check the link below for the exclusive download.
Terrace Martin & Pete Rock - Ridin Out (Feat. Bad Lucc and J. Black)
Additionally, we also have another blog from Terrace Martin where he addresses the response to the Kurupt album preview video we put up last week. Terrace wanted to let people know that he is always paying attention to the discussion boards, and encourages all fans to leave intelligent responses, whether positive or negative.
Terrace Martin addresses the responses to the Kurupt album preview (Video)
Dubcnn also released a video of Terrace Martin jammin live with his father Curly Martin, and Sam Salamon (Video)
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