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April 2007
 Watts' Jay Rock Readies "Follow Me Home" For July - By : Rud - April 30, 2007
 Although featured in countless updates as a feature or a name referenced by another artist, Jay Rock has not as yet been a mainstay on dubcnn. That changed last week when staff member Eddie Gurolla caught up with the man himself at the Rimac Arena in San Diego, CA.
Hailing from Watts, California, rap sensation Jay Rock is being groomed to dominate the West Coast rap scene. His powerful single "Lift Me Up" is currently in heavy rotation on Los Angeles’s number one radio station, Power 106.
After grinding hard to get his name out to the public and opening up for stars like (DJ) Quik, The Game and Slim Thug, Jay Rock is ready to step into the spotlight.
His debut album, "Follow Me Home," due out July 10th, is what Jay Rock describes as "a straight, real ghetto album." The CD, coming out on Warner Bros/Top Dawg Productions, features an all-star production lineup, with the likes of (DJ) Quik, Fred Wreck, Kay Gee from Naughty by Nature and JR Rotem contributing tracks. When asked about his time in the studio with (DJ) Quik, Jay Rock told us that "he’s definitely the most creative person I’ve worked with."
The unique opportunity to work with Kay Gee arose when Jay Rock’s associate Niam Ali reached out to the super producer on Jay Rock’s behalf. "We flew out to a studio in Jersey and made it happen," reflects Jay Rock. The album features guest appearances from E-40, Yung Joc and K-Dot as well as The Game, who also contributed production. Be on the lookout for more on Jay Rock on dubcnn soon!
For more information on Jay Rock and the debut album "Follow Me Home" in the meantime, head over to his official MySpace page or TopDawgProductions.com for the latest.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Dubcnn & 247 Mixtapes: Free Mixtape Downloads - By : Rud - April 30, 2007
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.......................................................................................... Exclusive Interview With Bone Thugs-N-Harmony - By : Nima - April 28, 2007
 Dubcnn has once again been speaking to Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, however this time with a difference. Guest Contributer George Skoutakis recently arranged the first online interview with Bone Thugs manager Steve Lobel for Dubcnn. He brought along group member Layzie Bone and the pair set about dissecting the album for us as well as giving us the latest on the group.
In this exclusive interview we find out how it was getting through recent troubles, finding a new label home and finishing the new album "Strength and Loyalty".
We also get the latest on a movie currently in production about the group as well as the reasons fans should buy the album on May 8th.
To read the interview, click below:
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony's Layzie Bone / Steve Lobel Interview (April '07)
Enjoy the interview, and make sure to pick up "Strengh and Loyalty" next week!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... 40 Glocc - I Ain't Scared Of U [Video] + Mixtape Cover - By : Nima - April 28, 2007
 Our visitors who have been with us for a few years will probably remember one of the first 40 Glocc track we premiered on dubcnn, called "I Ain't Scared Of U". An unsigned artist back then, 40 was building up a huge buzz around that time, which eventually lead to his deal with Infamous/G-Unit Records.
With his new mixtape "That New Nigga" with DJ Felli Fel and DJ Nik Bean set to come out in the next couple of weeks, 40 Glocc decided to release a video they had shot to "I Ain't Scared Of U", but that was never released. The video features cameos from Kurupt, Jayo Felony and Mobb Deep.
You can watch it below:
40 Glocc - I Ain't Scared Of U (YouTube Video)
We'll be bringing you new music from the mixtape next week so check back with us real soon! "That New Nigga" features Bishop Lamont, Ras Kass, 50 Cent, Mobb Deep, Tony Yayo, Spider Loc, Crooked I, Hot Dollar, Kartoon, Brotha Lynch Hung, Gail Gotti, Keak Da Sneak, Jayo Felony, Zoo Babies, Kokane, Westside Bugg, Sam Scarfo and more. Check out the covers below:
Front Cover | Back Cover
Don't sleep on this mixtape, we'll be bringing you audio previews next week!
As always, check out 40 Glocc on MySpace by clicking here.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Music From Inglewood's Toussaint aka 2 [Audio] - By : Nima - April 28, 2007
 You all know Toussaint aka 2 from Bad Lucc's track "City Life", where he laced a classic hook. We also brought you some solo music last year, and it's about time we came back with some more.
He's been working on his mixtape, which is set to drop in a few weeks, and he blessed us with some tracks to put up for the fans. The first track is an R&B joint called "Fears", produced by Nominz. Download it below:
Toussaint - Fears (Prod. by Nominz)
The second track is a straight up Hip-Hop anthem, produced by none other than THX, one of the most promising young beat makers on the West Coast. The track is called "My Heart Bleedz" and features Remy, S-Mak and Toussaint. Get it below:
Remy & S-Mak - My Heart Bleedz (ft. Toussaint) (Prod. by THX)
Don't sleep on the last track, that's a song for the ages, make sure to download this, burn it, bump it, and most importantly, SPREAD IT!! We'll be back with more music from Toussaint in the coming weeks.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... David Banner, Snoop Dogg, Akon & Lil Wayne "Speaker" - By : Nima - April 27, 2007
 DJ Skee is at it again! He recently premiered a brand new David Banner banger, which features Akon, Snoop Dogg & Lil Wayne, called "Speaker". In usual dubcnn manner, we have the posse cut available for ya'll to check out, download it below:
David Banner - Speaker (ft. Snoop Dogg, Akon & Lil Wayne)
Banging beat, dope raps, catchy hook = hit song. It's about time for some new David Banner anyway, the Mississippi artist who expressed his love for the West Coast last year on a song called "Westside".Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Eastwood & Meech Wells Release New Music - By : Rud - April 27, 2007
 Last week we released a new track from co-collaborators Young Joker and Meech Wells which featured Eastwood on the hook. Today we can announce that Eastwood has lined up with Meech Wells to work on some new projects and as such we have two exclusive new tracks for download.
Last time we updated on Eastwood regarding his own releases was back in July 2006, when we informed you that the former Black Wall Street artist is now fully focused on his own company Jaded Entertainment.
With that update we released the Eastwood and E-40 track Bay 2 L.A. produced by Lil Jon as well as two solo cuts; Dime Brizzles (with a Snoop Dogg sample) and Dirty Dirty.
 Since then he has been busy writing and recording new material for his mixtape appearances, all of which are building to his long awaited debut album. The two tracks we have for free download today are produced by Meech Wells and his new signees the Soul Mechanix. The first is a cut called "Dont You Forget" and the second is entitled "Love Me Or Leave Me" - both tracks are sure to be in your rotation for some time to come.
Eastwood - Dont You Forget
Eastwood - Love Me Or Leave Me
Drop in at our forum to leave feedback on the track and even speak to Meech Wells himself. Stay tuned for the latest news on Eastwood and his work with Meech Wells right here on dubcnn and lookout for and exclusive interview coming soon. In the meantime check out Eastwood on MySpace and the new Meech Wells MySpace page.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Custom Made - Truth Be Told EP (Free Download) - By : Rud - April 26, 2007
 Earlier this month we released exclusive new Custom Made music and promised you an downloadable EP later in the month. That day is now here and we can now premiere the Digital Album Release we discussed for free download.
The EP, being released through Rawkus Records, is a precursor to "Fresh Out" which is the full length LP expected on BabyGrande Records later this year. "Truth Be Told" features some of the cuts we have recently released including "Rules Are For Suckaz" and "Gutta Rap."
This EP, mixed by THX, is 10 tracks of classic Custom Made material that is sure to have fans clamouring for more.
The full EP download, front and back covers as well as the complete tracklist/production credits can be found via the link below. The album download page is a link that can be passed to others so they too can get their hands on a copy of this release.
Dubcnn Presents: Custom Made - Truth Be Told EP (Album Download Page)
For the latest Custom Made news and media ensure you keep a regular watch on dubcnn, stay tuned for an interview and more features as the months progress.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive Interview Feature With Roccett - By : Rud - April 26, 2007
 Dubcnn once again has a world exclusive interview for our readers. Having recently been in the interviewers chair for Dubcnn [see; Roccett Interviews Young Buck For Dubcnn], we now have Roccett talking to dubcnn in this exclusive video feature.
Roccett recently took some time to talk with Rob G for Dubcnn TV about his background, how he signed with Young Jeezy (CTE West) and also provides the details on his company Green Up.
We delve into his past mixtapes and talk about his recent release "Colors" [read our update with audio and exclusive video], see how his rise to fame has changed his life and also get details of his recording process and work ethic.
Exclusive Interview Feature With Roccett (April 2007)
This is another feature not to be missed as you can read the interview as well as either streaming the video in Quicktime (MOV) format or download it to watch later in both Quicktime (MOV) and Windows Media Video (WMV) formats. For the latest on Roccett stay tuned to dubcnn and make sure you hit him up on his official MySpace pageDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Hittman Song Featured On "The Diesel Compilation" - By : LilJay - April 26, 2007
 To the average Joe, Hittman has been missing in action since he appeared on Dr. Dre's "2001" album. But ask his core audience, cause they know about the mixtapes, bootlegs or the "Hittmanic Verses" album that came out over the years.
As Hittman revealed in our exclusive interview, he's scheduled to return with two new albums, "The Last Days of Brian Bailey" and "Hitt's Big Score" later this year. They are still coming, but have been delayed by the prospect of working with the good Doctor on "Detox". We'll keep you posted on any future developments.
Today we let you hear a new track from Hittman, leaving fans wanting more. It features Hitt's partner Stuntman and it's called "Okie Doke". An unfinished version of this song was leaked a few months ago, but we're here to bring you the final version.
The track is gonna be featured on "The Diesel Compilation" put out by L.A. Hill Records and Sickbay Records. It's a compilation with an all-star cast featuring other tracks by Roscoe & Kurupt, Kool G Rap, Large Professor, Kool Keith, Funkdoobiest, The Pharcyde, Masta Ace, Pep Love of The Hieroglyphics, Strong Arm Steady, Volume 10, and more.
You can stream the song by hitting the link below. For more info visit www.sickbayrecords.com.
Hittman & Stuntman - Okie DokeDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Prophet - "Listen To My Demo" Free Album Download! - By : Nima - April 25, 2007
 It's been a minute since we brought you the full "Listen To My Demo" album sampler from Bay Area artist Prophet. We finally have the finished album for ya'll, for free download! That's 20 tracks, completely produced by Deep H2Oz, for free. The album is mostly Prophet solo tracks, but also features Clyde Carson, Grown Mo, Cloudy Mindz & Java.
To download the full mixtape, click below:
Prophet - Listen To My Demo (Mixtape Download Page)
Inside is also the cover in full size as well as the full album tracklisting. They shot a video to the song "Sour Diesel", which you can check out by clicking here.
But that's not all we got, we also have an exclusive preview track from Prophet's next project, "Ducktape". The album is set to drop next month, in May. Download the exclusive preview track "Fitted Cap" below:
Prophet - Fitted Cap
You can also view a promo video to the song by clicking here.
For more on Prophet hit up his Official Site and MySpace page.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Crooked I "Hip-Hop Weekly" Double Up Series [Audio] - By : Nima - April 25, 2007
 Here we go! After Vol. 3 of Crooked I's "Hip-Hop Weekly" got such great feedback (if you missed it, click here), he's back this week with the double up series, where he takes on Juelz Santana's Just Blaze produced "2nd Coming" track, as well as Trick Daddy's "Tuck Yo Ice", produced by Kane Beatz. The song goes on for almost 7 minutes, so you're in for a lot Crooked this week!
Download it below:
Crooked I - 2nd Coming / Tuck Ya Ice (Freestyle)
Check back with us next week for the next issue of "Hip-Hop Weekly".Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Young Hootie Drops "The Culmination" For Free Download - By : Rud - April 24, 2007
 2005 was the first time we introduced you to Mark Breezy and Black TK's Larceny Entertainment when they unleashed the debut mixtape from Compton sensation, Young Hootie. That mixtape was followed by "Prince Of The Bity" which earned a 3 out of 5 Dubcnn Review rating and a spot as Unsigned Hype in The Source Magazine.
Since then Young Hootie has been working hard recording new music and featuring on a host of mixtapes from various DJ's and alongside other artists.
Today he is back on dubcnn providing our readers with his latest solo mixtape "The Culmination" for free download. This latest tape which features artists including, Tiny Doo, G. Malone, Problem, Kila Krock, El Dorado Red and B-Dot is sure to get people talking once again.
The mixtape, available for download and full tracklisting via the link below, showcases Young Hootie at his best; with lyrical variety and an ability to hold your attention throughout. He is one MC that deserves to be noticed and recognised for his talent, certainly a name to look out for as the year progresses.
Dubcnn & Larceny Entertainment Present: Young Hootie - The Culmination (Mixtape Download)
Stay with dubcnn for the latest on Larceny Entertainment and Young Hootie and ensure you visit their Official site and MySpace pages.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Free Download: Ha Loco - Tha 7th Letter EP - By : Nima - April 23, 2007
 As promised last week, we're back with an exclusive EP from Ha Loco of the Pomona City Ridaz for free download. The EP is called "Tha 7th Letter" and is only available on dubcnn.
We brought you a preview track called "Westcoast Style" which recieved good feedback. For legal reasons, that specific song is not on the downloadable version, but you can scroll down the page a little and listen to it in last week's update. To get the download, view the full cover and tracklisting click the link below to our exclusive download page.
Dubcnn Presents: Ha Loco - Tha 7th Letter EP (Download Page)
Make sure to check out Ha Loco on MySpace by clicking here!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Damizza & Butch Cassidy - Back B4 Your Lonely (Contest) - By : Rud - April 23, 2007
 Last week we released our review of the long awaited, highly anticipated collaboration album from Damizza and Butch Cassidy. The release, which got a 4 out of 5 Dub rating in our review, is in stores now and we have been presented with 5 Copies for free giveaway - all signed by both Damizza and Butch Cassidy!
To try and get your hands on a copy all you have to do is answer the questions within the link below and email them to the address shown.
Please ensure you read the terms and conditions and, if you aren't successful, that you head down to your local store to get a copy of this album.
Dubcnn Presents: Damizza & Butch Cassidy - Back B4 Your Lonely (Contest)
For the latest news and exclusives from Damizza and Butch Cassidy and the Baby Ree Entertainment camp stay tuned to dubcnn.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Timbaland Presents "Shock Value" Review - By : Rud - April 23, 2007
 Today we have the latest review from Dubcnn's Music Editor, Conan Milne. Earlier this month Timbaland release his long awaited album "Shock Value" which includes collaborations with Dr. Dre, 50 Cent, Justin Timberlake, Nelly Furtado, Tony Yayo & Elton John. With the album finally in stores we look at the solo effort and see if its worth your hard earned cash.
"Shock Value" gets the Dub Quotable: "Signifying his current prized status, Timbo releases 'Shock Value,' a whirling joyride of a record." as well earning a respectable Dub Rating.
Timbaland Presents: Shock Value (Review)
For more recent reviews, including Snoop Dogg, Evidence, Redman, Damizza & Butch Cassidy, Bishop Lamont and Devin The Dude take some time to check out and then bookmark our Review Section.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Kurupt Addresses "Against The Grain" EP & The Fans - By : Nima - April 22, 2007
 Kurupt Young Gotti reached out to dubcnn to express his thoughts about an "Against The Grain EP" which was advertised on our message boards, which features diss tracks that Kurupt recorded while he was back on Death Row. These songs were never meant to come out, and Kurupt wanted to let everybody know how he feels about this bootleg.
Kurupt also speaks on people on the forums talking down on him, and fans supporting negativity in general.
He wants everybody to know that this interview is in no way targeted towards real Dogg Pound fans, if you're a real Dogg Pound fan, this is not for you.
Enough talking though, you can read or listen to this interview. You really need to listen to it though, to hear the emotion and to feel where Kurupt was coming from.
Exclusive Interview With Kurupt (April 2007)
Stay tuned for more news on this issue as well as the upcoming J Wells and Kurupt collaboration album "Digital Smoke." Support that release by clicking the album banners on dubcnn and grabbing the single from iTunes.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Renz Julian & DJ E-Rock Deliver "Legal Crack" (Download) - By : Rud - April 22, 2007
 Last week we reported on a new mixtape presented by DJ E-Rock of Sirius Radio/Sick Wid It. The artist in question, Renz Julian, is someone whom we are sure will appeal to our readers following the release of the street album; "Legal Crack."
As we previously explained, [see; Renz Julian & DJ E-Rock Deliver "Legal Crack"], DJ E-Rock and Oakland rapper Renz Julian have aligned to capitalise on the buzz following his appearance on the Traxamillion produced, "Bay Bidness 3" single "Clap, Clap" alongside Clyde Carson.
Last time we release two tracks and promised you the full street album for free download and the response has been impressive to say the least. Today we are back with the downloadable street album "Legal Crack" in conjunction with FOD Entertainment. To view the full tracklist, covers and to grab the release, click below.
Dubcnn, DJ E-Rock & FOD Entertainment Present: Renz Julian - Legal Crack (Free Download)
Enjoy the free download, burn a copy and play it in your car, at parties and with friends and make sure you stay tuned to dubcnn for the latest on this new talent. For more information and audio from Renz Julian head over to his official MySpace page. You can also check out the Field Of Dreamz Ent. and the DJ E-Rock MySpace pages.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Damizza & Butch Cassidy - Back B4 Your Lonely (Review) - By : Rud - April 21, 2007
 As we have been reporting all year Damizza and Butch Cassidy have been gearing up to the release of their highly anticipated collaboration album "Back B4 Your Lonely."
With the album now in stores we take a look at the record that sees two fan favourites line up together for the first time. If the Dub Quotable is anything to go by, this may well have lived up to its hype; "On this album, Butch and Damizza justify their status as overlooked West Coast maestros."
To read the full review and also check the Dub Rating "Back B4 Your Lonely" received read the full review below.
Damizza & Butch Cassidy - Back B4 Your Lonely (Review)
For more recent reviews, including Snoop Dogg, Evidence, Redman, Ya Boy, Bishop Lamont and Devin The Dude take some time to check out and then bookmark our Review Section.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Tracklisting for "Kurupt & J. Wells - Digital Smoke" - By : JustinL - April 20, 2007
 Dubcnn would like to present the tracklisting for Kurupt & J. Wells' Digital Smoke. The album has a release date set at June 5, 2007, and is being put out by Bonzi/Fontana Records.
Produced By: J. Wells
Executive Producers: J. Wells, Kurupt & Paul Holyfield
Please visit MySpace.com/JWellsMusic for more information and music.
1. Smokestra
2. Im Just Sayin Featuring Roscoe & Tri-Star
3. All We Smoke (Click here to purchase from iTunes)
4. Get It Featuring Goodie Mob & Roscoe
5. Im Too Gangsta Featuring Gail Gotti & Styliztik Jones
6. Summertime Featuring Y.A., Gail Gotti & Nire'
7. Digital Experience featuring Bigg Gipp
8. Smokin Featurning Y.A. & James Debarge
9. History Featuring Butch Cassidy
10. Weed Types
11. Los Angeles Featuring Shorty
12. Itz Nothin Featuring Roscoe
13. Got Me Going Featuring Knoc-turn'l
14. I Came In The Door Featuring Kokane
15. Likwit Smokestra
16. Let Em' Know Featuring Tha Liks
Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Young Joker, Meech Wells & Eastwood Are "Ghetto" - By : Rud - April 20, 2007
 Earlier this month co-collaborators Young Joker and Meech Wells dropped off some more audio from the upcoming DJ Skee hosted mixtape "Mayhem." Following the success of last year's "The Takeover" release that we gave away for Free Download the duo are currently finalising this release. [see; Young Joker, Meech Wells & DJ Skee Unleash 'Mayhem'].
With Young Joker already making plans for his debut album due later this year, titled "Heaven Sent," he is keen to get "Mayhem" flooding the streets and online as soon as possible.
Below we have a new cut from the impending release entitled "Ghetto" this track sees Joker joined by Eastwood and Meech Wells on the hook.
"Ghetto," which is produced and mixed by Meech Wells at the In A Zone Studios is currently being shipped to radio outlets including Power 106 and KDay, check the record out below and make sure to request it when it hits your local station.
Young Joker - Ghetto (Feat. Eastwood & Meech Wells)
Ensure you check our archives and new search feature (at the base of the news page) for past updates and audio from Young Joker and Meech Wells, including "U Gotta Keep Up Wit Me" which features and is produced by Akon.
Drop in at our forum to leave feedback on the track and even speak to Meech Wells himself. Stay tuned for the latest news on Young Joker and Meech Wells right here on dubcnn and lookout for more "Mayhem" exclusives over the coming weeks. In the meantime check out Meech Wells brand new MySpace page or hit up Young Joker.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Hash Celebrates 4/20 With "Twist Up" - By : Rud - April 20, 2007
 At the end of last month we introduced you to the latest Los Angeles Hip-Hop sensation, Hash. Via one of our acclaimed On The Come Up feature article we took time to help you get to know the eager up and comer prior to his album release, "Latinz Finest" which is now in stores.
Hash brings a variety of styles to the game; feel good music, party anthems and much more are all part of his debut album. Today, in celebration of 4/20, we have been provided with another track from the album; the poignant "Twist Up" as a reminder of his talent and skill.
Check out the track below and for those that missed it make sure you read last months On The Come Up article
Hash - Twist Up (Feat. Bullet)
We will be keeping readers updated on the developments of Hash, in the meantime check out his debut album "Latinz Finest" and pay him a visit via his official MySpace page.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Dubcnn Presents Ha Loco "Tha 7th Letter EP" Coming Soon! - By : Nima - April 19, 2007
We've linked up with Ha Loco of the Pomona City Ridaz to release an exclusive EP of new music called "Tha 7th Letter". The EP will be available for free download on dubcnn next week! You can check out the cover by clicking on the thumbnail to your left, and check out the tracklisting below.
"Tha 7th Letter" features Goldie Loc, Weasel Loc (Pomona City Ridaz), KMG (Above The Law) and more. We have a preview track available for download:
Ha Loco - Westcoast Style
Tracklisting:
1. Spittles
2. Westcoast Style
3. Geez Movin' (ft. Goldie Loc, Weasel Loc & Bam)
4. G.V.I.P. (ft. Spade)
5. On That (ft. K.M.G. & Weasel Loc)
6. Gititwit U (ft. Spade)
7. I'm Coming (ft. Young Locs)
8. Tha Movement
The EP will drop on dubcnn for free download on Monday, April 23rd. We also have an exclusive Kokane EP coming very soon, so stay tuned!
Ha Loco: MySpace PageDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Mykestro Unveils His "21 Gun Salute" - By : Rud - April 19, 2007
 The last time we dropped some news and audio from the Best West Of the 110 it was in league with Watts' own Bad Lucc when they announced the collaboration album; "The Best West Of The 100 Meets The Beast East Of The 110" [see; Bad Lucc & Mykestro Are "The Best"]
Since then many have been waiting to hear more from the duo and especially Mykestro who remains relatively quiet in terms of releasing material. Today we are back with an incredible 21 Minute audio compilation that Mykestro has put together.
"21 Gun Salute" sees his take the time to address some issues on his chest right now including mixtapes and other MC's as well as dropping a variety of new tracks that he has been working on that showcase his incredible ability and skills on the mic.
For those that have read many of our interviews you will have seen Mykestro is regarding by many artists as one of the best in the game and all are supporting him; its time for the fans to do the same. Those of you that know Mykestro will already be are of the talent, those of you that don't "21 Gun Salute" may well make you a fan.
Mykestro - 21 Gun Salute
Download the track and get it burnt to CD, go out and help Mykestro gather a legion of fans he deserves and remember if you want to hear more from Best West Of the 110 hit him up on his MySpace page and stay tuned to dubcnn.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DJ Strong Presents: "Shiekh Shoes" Mixtape Download - By : Rud - April 19, 2007
 Fresh from winning the Best Regional Mixtape DJ duo at the 10th Annual Justo's Mixtape Awards, one half of the Cali Untouchable DJ's is back with a new mixtape featuring news music from Ice Cube, Dogg Pound, The Game and Lil Eazy E
DJ Strong has aligned with one of the West Coast's biggest independent clothing store chains Shiekh Shoes for this latest Cali Untouchable release.
With over 90 stores on the West Coast spanning from Northern to Southern CA, Nevada, Arizona, and Texas Shiekh Shoes is a highly sought after establishment built on providing quality clothing at affordable prices. They recognized the marketing potential of working with DJ Strong and HipHopWest and have contracted him to spearhead a marketing plan that would include this free mixtape to promote 3 NEW T-Shirt designs by HipHopWest/StreetWise inside almost all of the 90 Shiekh Shoes Stores.
Dubcnn have been allowed to present the free mixtape download of the Shiekh Shoes and DJ Strong collaboration in celebration of 3 New T-Shirt Designs: King of Da Coast, Los Angeles 213 and Yay Area 'Frosted' T-Shirts. Click the link below to check out the mixtape download page, get the full tracklist and cover.
Dubcnn & DJ Strong Present - Shiekh Shoes Volume 1 (Mixtape Download)
For the latest news and information from the Cali Untouchable DJ's and DJ Strong as well as this new venture, head over to HipHopWest.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Belly Explains A History Of Violence - By : Adon - April 19, 2007
.gif) Belly burst on to the music scene last year with his hit single "Pressure" with Ginuwine. The single solidified him as a staple in Canadian hip hop, and a force in the US. He spent time touring with Ice Cube, Snoop, and Tha Dogg Pound, and even recorded with Kurupt.
As he readies his full length album "The Revolution" for release in June, Belly's people hit us up with some new music. After releasing "Pressure" for the radio, he's also just released "Don't Be Shy" with Nina Sky. But for the fans of non-radio friendly tracks, Belly is keeping the streets hot with "A History Of Violence". In this track Belly tells his story of growing up and living in a world full of war. Download the track below.
Belly - A History Of Violence
Belly also recorded a street video for the song. The video is currently being edited and we should have it up later this week. In the meantime, check out Belly's Website.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Jayo Felony Statement About "Criminal Intent" Bootleg - By : Nima - April 18, 2007
 Recently, a Spice 1 and Jayo Felony collabo album called "Criminal Intent" was released through a label called High Octane. Everybody was shocked about the low quality on the songs, the voices sounded weird, and the record was flooded with odd guest appearances.
Jayo Felony sent us a statement to put out there, so everybody can know that this album is not supported by Jayo Felony or Spice 1.
This is from a conversation with Lorenzo Green-Eyes and Jayo Felony. Jayo Felony wants all his fans and supporters to know this album is not official in any way. "Jayo and Spice 1 would never do business with any wack record labels like high octane, or lames that go by Shawn Goddie or Shawn Underwood FUCC”EM".
"These mothafuckas aint real. Bitches like Shawn from high octane will always be hangin from nuts cuzz. This nigga is a leech wit no real cash that will always be feedin from the bottom. Real niggas knocc this nigga out if he tries for the top feel me?
Don’t cop this shit record. It was never mixed or mastered you can hear that. I would never spit vocals wit wacc ass rappers like that. If you wanna call these niggas rappers cuzz they far from it. These niggas is soundin real elementary, tryin to get stardom off me and spice.
My real homeboy Lorenzo Green-Eyes shut that nigga shawn underwood the fuck down pullin all his shits from the local moms and pops and cdbaby. Lorenzo aint to be fucced wit, cdbaby page pulled down thanks to Green-Eyes. I got a real pitbull on the team fo life and thats real shit. Don’t be mislead by this fake bootleg.
The real album is on its way out and it goes by the title “Mobb Affiliated” from Epidemic Entertainment. Thats the bidness! Everything else is 100 % Fake. I got real Love for the real niggas that keep it real and have always been their for me.
I’m comin wit some heat for ya in May, I’m shootin for May 1st my official mix-tape will be coming out titled “Time Is Money”. I redid Renegade and The Takeover from Jay-z album, I did Candy from Snoops, did Game’s shit that Kanye did, I got The Watcher by Dre, Jim Jones “Ballin”, the list goes on. This mix-tape goes hard wit it and it’s 100 % me wit no features! My nigga NIK BEAN is the D.J. on the mixtape. The mix-tape will be on my page at myspace.com/jayofelony and at a few local spots and moms and pops. My album will be coming out after the mix-tape. I’m gonna keep it comin too so look out for ya boy. Don’t fucc wit the bootlegs and the fake shit. Hit up epidemicent.com and myspace.com/greeneyesepidemicent"
So there you have it! Be on the lookout for a new interview with Jayo Felony coming to dubcnn very soon!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Crooked I "Hip-Hop Weekly" - Vol. 3 [Audio] - By : Nima - April 18, 2007
We're back with the third issue of Crooked I's "Hip-Hop Weekly" freestyles. Last week, Crooked ate up DMX on his vicious "I'm Throw'd" freestyle, so this week he decided to take it more smootly this week, blessing Tha Dogg Pound's "Vibe Wit A Pimp" beat with his words. Towards the end of the song, the beat switches up to Lil Flip's "Take You There" which features Nate Dogg.
In regular Crooked I fashion, he straight up killed it, but what else did you expect? He also shouts out some of the West's finest on the track, which is always nice to hear. These Hip-Hop Weekly's have been on fire, I'm already anticipating Vol. 4., but you have all week to enjoy this one, download it below:
Crooked I - Vibe Wit A Bo$$ / Take You There (Freestyle)
Enjoy the song, and check back with us next week for Volume 4!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive Interview With Bigg Steele - By : LilJay - April 18, 2007
 Dubcnn sat down with Bigg Steele for an exclusive interview. The West Coast rapper gets into his upcoming album "Kunta Kinte Theory" and speaks about working with different artists for the album, such as DJ Bobcat, Polarbear, Jay Rock, Spit Fiya, Q-Unique of The Arsonists, Big Syke, Ne-Yo, and others. He talks about his experiences with reaching new markets in the world, for instance, charting in overseas countries with his two previous mixtapes, and touring the world. We proceed to talk about the state of West Coast Hip Hop, such as new artists getting deals and radio stations (not) supporting their own artists.
In related news, Bigg Steele has just been named Head of Urban Music for Minder Music Publishing, which means he'll be sitting on the other side of the desk and giving the deals instead of asking for the deals. Ain't that a bitch!
To check out the interview, click on the link below. As ever, you can read and listen to this exclusive interview and we urge you to leave feedback on our forums or email them to liljay@dubcnn.com.
Exclusive Interview With Bigg Steele
In addition to the interview, we also have an exclusive track from the "Kunta Kinte Theory" album. This one is called "Someday" and it features Q-Unique of The Arsonists.
Bigg Steele - Someday Feat. Q-Unique of The Arsonists
For more info on Bigg Steele visit his MySpace page, or enter the keyword "Bigg Steele" in our Dubcnn news search engine at the bottom of this page.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... "Bay Bidness 3.5" Now Available For Purchase - By : LilJay - April 18, 2007
 The latest installment of the Bay Bidness mixtape series is here! "Bay Bidness 3.5 - Position of Power" is now available for purchase from Dubcnn. This mixtape was put together by DJ E-Rock, DJ Whoo Kid, and J Espinosa. Copies are available for only $5.99, and they ship out within 24 hours of receiving your order.
The mixtape is 21 tracks deep and features tracks from the Bay's finest, such as The Team, E-40, San Quinn, Mistah Fab, Keak Da Sneak, Big Rich, The Jacka, and many more. Check out the 4 preview songs below, and click the purchase at the bottom to get your copy now!
Also be on the lookout for "Bay Bidness 4" coming soon!
1. Bay Bidness 3.5 Intro
2. Going Back to the Bay – Young Buck
3. Turfs Up Rmx - Beeda Weeda F/ E-40,San Quinn,Dem Hoodstarz & The Team
4. Step - Clyde Carson
5. That Go - Keak Da Sneak
6. So Turf - Starski F/ Clyde Carson
7. Dego - Damani F/ E-40
8. A Man That Goes - Selau F/ Goldie (Of The Federation)
9. On Like Me Rmx - Eddie Projex F/ Too Short & Mistah Fab
10. Get Hyphy 07 - Keak Da Sneak
11. Banger Dance - J Stalin
12. Get Money - Big Rich
13. The Truth - The Frontline
14. Jimmie Reign Freestyle
15. Poke It Out - J.Valentine F/ Bailey
16. From The Hood - Traxxamillion F/ San Quinn, Huslah & The Jacka
17. I Got Chips - Turftalk F/ E-40
18. Fast - Kafani F/ Keak Da Sneak
19. Fuck For Free - DJ Fresh F/ Mistah Fab, Dem Hoodstarz, J Stalin & Beeda Weeda
20. Punk Rock Rmx - The Diligentz F/ The Wolfpack & Go Dav
21. ****Bonus Track**** - Let me tell you somethin’ - Topkat
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.......................................................................................... Luni Coleone & Cool Nutz Celebrate "Every Single Day" - By : LilJay - April 18, 2007
 Luni Coleone and Cool Nutz are set to release their new album "Every Single Day" June 5 on Always Hustlin’ Entertainment / Jus Family Records. The independent album will be released independently through RBC Records (Tech N9ne, 8Ball, C-Bo, Planet Asia and more). Luni Coleone is one of the most prolific and respected Northern California rappers, while Oregon rapper Cool Nutz is a pioneer in his region. Every Single Day is the pair’s first collaborative effort and the chemistry shows throughout the monumental release which unites two of the Pacific Coast’s most renowned street-certified acts.
When the two hit the studio in Washington state to start recording "Every Single Day", they made a point to focus on things that people from all over the world could gravitate towards. The sonically mellow but lyrically intense title track sets the album off with a nice blend of gangsterism, lyricism and reality.
Other highlights on the album include the car anthem “Skirt” which describes the street car culture and includes Rocafella, whose voicebox (the voice-alteration method popularized by Roger Troutman) gives the song a classic feel. Luni Coleone & Cool Nutz know that diversity is key, which is why they switch their sound on “Here Go” and “What,” two rowdy, intense crunk and hyphy cuts.
Now working together, Luni Coleone & Cool Nutz have delivered what is sure to be one of the best independent rap albums of the year with Every Single Day. Maybe that’s because the collaboration was a natural one.
Get a sneak preview of the album by downloading the 2 songs below. "That Doe" featuring and produced by Bosko, and "Luv For Slugs".
Luni Coleone & Cool Nutz - That Doe Feat. Bosko
Luni Coleone & Cool Nutz - Luv For SlugsDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Daz Tells Us About His "Summer Vacation" [Video] - By : Nima - April 18, 2007
 Daz stays busy! With his current group album with his partner Kurupt just being released, and the single off "Dogg Chit", "Vibe Wit A Pimp" being premiered as newest joint on 106 & Park yesterday, he still found the time to shoot a solo video for his upcoming solo album.
As you can see from the advertising on the intro page, Daz is set to release a new solo album called "Only On The Left Side" in July 2007, and he recently dropped the video to the first single called "Summer Vacation", a remake of the classic Ice Cube track.
You can watch the video on YouTube below:
Daz Dillinger - Summer Vacation (Video; YouTube)
Be on the lookout for more news on "Only On The Left Side" as we get it! If you haven't picked up "Dogg Chit", make sure to get it at your local record store!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Update On Murs For 2007, Signs To Warner Brothers - By : JustinL - April 17, 2007
 With major label support from Warner Bros. Murs has been able to surpass the glass ceiling of the underground circuit. He has been hard at work recording his upcoming album “Murs for President.” Murs has been able to sit down with several marque artists and producers such as Snoop Dogg, Three 6 Mafia, Nottz, Rick Rock, Droop E, 1500, Terrace Martin and host of others. Stay tuned for more exciting updates as Murs continues to break new ground while recording his soon to be masterpiece “Murs for President.” He is currently 35 songs into "Murs For President", which is slated to hit stores this summer.
The album is the follow up to Murs' last critically acclaimed solo album "Murray's Revenge" [AllHipHop.com's 2006 Independent Album of the Year], which re-teamed him with producer 9th Wonder.
Video: Murs working in the studio with Snoop Dogg and Terrace Martin (YouTube)
Images: (1) Murs with Snoop Dogg and Terrace Martin. (2) Murs with Nottz
Murs recently headlined the Paid Dues Festival on Saturday, March 24th at the Orange Pavilion, NOS Events Center in San Bernardino. Murs performed to a sold out venue with the crowd capacity reaching 7,000. Featured acts included Felt (Murs & Atmosphere), Sage Francis, Blackalicious, Brother Ali, Jean Grae, Visionaries, Mr. Lif, Cage, Zion I & The Grouch, Devin the Dude, Evidence w/ Alchemist, Pigeon John, Los Nativos, and Hangar 18.
Video: Murs performing at the Paid Dues Festival with Slug (YouTube)
Image: Murs at Paid Dues Festival
Murs attended AllStar Weekend 2007 in Las Vegas, NV for the Second Annual Hip Hop Gaming League Finals. Murs attended major events and was profiled on TNT during Half-time of the Rookie Allstar Game. Murs was interviewed by Kenny Smith and shared the spotlight with Ne-Yo and Just Blaze discussing a video game challenge between Ne-Yo and Just Blaze during the final of Snoop Doggs HipHop Gaming League.
Video: Murs on the TNT halftime segment for NBA's Rookie All Star Game with Ne-Yo and Just Blaze (YouTube)
Images: (1) Murs playing at the HHGL finals. (2) Murs on the NBA All Star Halftime Show with Just Blaze and Ne-Yo
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.......................................................................................... Soopafly & Kurupt "Gangbang Muzik" [Video] - By : Nima - April 16, 2007
 One of the most praised songs off DJ Crazy Toones' critically acclaimed mixtape "The CT Experience" was without a doubt "Gangbang Muzik", a track featuring Soopafly and Kurupt.
It was a nice surprise to see they decided to shoot a video to the song finally, and it came out great. DJ Crazy Toones introduces the MC's, and Soopa and Kurupt do their separate parts. Make sure you check out the video below:
Soopafly & Kurupt - Gangbang Muzik (Video; YouTube)
 The video is featured on DJ Crazy Toones' DVD which just dropped this week. The DVD features brand new videos from most of the songs featured on the "CT Experience" mixtape from artists such as Ice Cube, WC, Snoop Dogg, Tha Dogg Pound, Bad Lucc, Damani, Soopafly, Xzibit, Young Maylay, and of course Tha Trapp with their "Block Music" video featuring WC. Dubcnn will be giving away copies of the DVD, so check back with us for that.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... W.C. Prepares New Album "Guilty By Affiliation" [Audio] - By : Nima - April 16, 2007
 DJ Crazy Toones and Ice Cube recently posted two brand new bangers from WC's upcoming studio album "Guilty By Affiliation" on their MySpace pages. The album is set to drop August 14th, and if the two songs posted are anything to go by, this is going to be a great album.
The feedback has been great, WC sounds fresh to death with Ice Cube laying down two nice hooks. They are currently accepting beats from producers so check out the MySpace links at the bottom of the update and hit up DJ Crazy Toones if you got heat! We have the songs right here for ya'll to listen to, check them out below:
WC - Paranoid (ft. Ice Cube) (STREAM)
WC - This Is Los Angeles (ft. Ice Cube) (STREAM)
Be on the lookout for more audio and video from WC coming soon!
DJ Crazy Toones: MySpace
Ice Cube: MySpaceDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Mistah FAB Readies "Da Baydestrian" For May 15th - By : Nima - April 16, 2007
 His latest single "Ghost Ride It" has been lengthly discussed, highly controversial, and the video was pulled off TV because of the "Ghostbusters" logo being used. Mistah F.A.B.'s buzz in the meanwhile has been steadily growing, as he's gearing up for his upcoming release on Faeva Afta/Thizz/SMC Recordings, "Da Baydestrian". The album will also feature his DVD "The Freestyle King" as a bonus, as well as a "Yellow Bus Pass" to download his breakthrough album "Son Of A Pimp".
"Da Baydestrian", which is dropping May 15th, is the prequel to his upcoming major album "Da Yellow Bus Rydah", which will be dropping through Atlantic Records later this year. "Da Baydestrian" features Too Short, Keak Da Sneak, Fabo (D4L), Messy Marv & Spice 1, as well as production by Rob-E, Sean T, Traxxamillion, Young L amongst others.
A new track off the album has been leaked, "Get This Shit Together", and has been starting to get some spins on West Coast radio stations. You can listen to this song on Mistah FAB's MySpace page.
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.......................................................................................... Convinced "I Do It For The People" For Free Download! - By : LilJay - April 15, 2007
 Dubcnn introduced you to Convinced last week, a bright new talent on the West Coast. The introduction included 3 tracks which are featured on his new album "I Do It For The People". As we promised, the album will be available this week for free download. Yes that's right, free download. Instead of selling it in and ease the process for future projects, Convinced decided to make the album available for free. What better way to go for a new artist to showcase his skills and earn a buzz by giving his music away. As the album title implies, he's doing it for the people so that's the route Con choosed to go.
"I Do It For The People" is not a mixtape either. The album has original production on all 13 tracks, and it comes with front and back cover. No big label behind it, no big artists featured on it, just some good music for you to bump. Give this project a chance, as it's definitely worth your bandwith.
We'll let the music do the talking and present you Convinced with "I Do It For The People". Check back soon for an indepth review on the album.
Front Cover | Back Cover
Check out the following 3 preview tracks if you missed them the last time:
1. Intro Bang
2. Get The Dough
3. I Ask Myself
4. Rap Ammo
5. My Surroundings
6. The Bizness (Feat. Knyse)
7. Passion
8. Get Ya Shit Right
9. I Do It For The People
10. Fed Up
11. Golden Era (Feat. Knyse)
12. Heroes and Villains
13. You Already Know
Full album download:
Convinced - I Do It For The People (RAR, 52 MB)
For more info visit his MySpace page at myspace.com/convincedmusic.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... "Rules Are For Suckaz" According To Custom Made - By : Rud - April 15, 2007
 Since the start of the year we have been reporting on the long awaited album from L.A. collective Custom Made entitled "Fresh Out," due this year on BabyGrande Records.
We have provided three exclusive tracks so far this year, "Down The Line" [see Custom Made, Noni Spitz & Bad Lucc Head "Down The Line"], "Gutta Rap" [see Custom Made Deliver "Gutta Rap" On New LP] and most recently "This Ain't Us" [see Custom Made & THX Insist "This Ain't Us"], all of which were possible tracks for the new LP.
Since then the group have signed a single Digital Album Release deal with Rawkus Records as a precursor to "Fresh Out" called "Truth Be Told" which is due out later this month. We have a Styalz Fuego produced cut from the new album that features Custom Made alongside Ei8ht of Street Disciplez, all of whom drop heat over this atmospheric instrumental. You can download "Rules Are For Suckaz" below.
Custom Made - Rules Are For Suckaz (Feat. Ei8ht)
We will have the full album tracklist for "Truth Be Told" within the next week or so and possibly the full album for download courtesy of Custom Made, stay tuned to Dubcnn.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Western Union & Snoop "Hat 2 Tha Bacc" [Video] - By : Nima - April 14, 2007
 Ever since we brought you the YouTube version of the latest Western Union video featuring Snoop Dogg, "Hat 2 Tha Bacc", we've been getting requests for a higher quality download version of the video.
So here we go, we pulled some strings and got our hands on a better version of the video, which you can download below in Quick Time Movie format:
Western Union - Hat 2 Tha Bacc (ft. Snoop Dogg) (22MB, MOV)
This is the first single off "The Bigg Squeeze", dropping April 24th, keep it locked right here for further information on the project.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... The Fixxers "Can U Werk Wit Dat" (Video) - By : LilJay - April 13, 2007
 We have been keeping you up to date about the latest news regarding Quik and AMG's new collective The Fixxers. From announcing the newly formed group, to conducting two exclusive interviews and covering their live shows, to signing with Interscope, Dubcnn has been the spot to bring you the 411.
Another important step for the duo has just been taken, as the music video for their first single "Can U Werk Wit Dat" was released to the internet today. The video will create further interest in the new group, which will help promote their upcoming album "Midnight Life", due out this summer.
You can watch the video by clicking on the link below or by heading over to their official site at thefixxers.com. For more info hit up their MySpace page at myspace.com/thefixxers or enter the keyword "Fixxers" in our Dubcnn news search engine at the bottom of this page.
Quik & AMG (The Fixxers) - Can U Werk Wit Dat (YouTube Video)Discuss This Topic
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