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August 2007
 Kartoon & Spider Loc Live In Vegas On Saturday - By : Eddie Gurrola - August 31, 2007
  Kartoon and Spider Loc will be performing live in concert on Saturday, September 1st in Las Vegas! The show is at Club 702, which is located at 1700 East Flamingo. Tickets are $20. The event is going down from 11PM until 5AM, so be prepared to stay out all night!
Look for special guest appearances and shout outs from the likes of DJ Strong, Tristar, Turf Talk, and many more.
The event is a pre-release party for "The 1st Driveby" CD by DJ Strong and Kartoon. Use the search function at the top right side of the page for exclusive audio from that upcoming mixtape. We will also be having exclusive video footage of this event on Dubcnn, so if you're not in the area, we've got you covered!
For more information, call 702-468-1992. Enjoy the show!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... One-2 Says "I Wanna Live Good" [Audio] - By : Eddie Gurrola - August 31, 2007
 We're back with another new track from Treacherous Records artist One-2, just in time for you to bump on your Friday night out!
The track is called "I Wanna Live Good" and it features Delwin G. One-2 said he wants "his fans to have the song for free!" Download it below:
One-2 - I Wanna Live Good (featuring Delwin G)
One-2 is currently in the lab working hard on his third mixtape. You will also be able to spot him several times on the upcoming project "Treacherous Records Presents: Mick's Tape."
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on One-2 and other Treacherous Records artists.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Daz Dillinger Interview; New Albums, DPG & The Fans - By : Nima - August 31, 2007
 As we continue our already acclaimed Summer of Heat interview series we hooked back up with Daz Dillinger once again right in time to talk about his upcoming solo albums "Gangsta Party," "Only On The Left Side," "Throw A Stack At 'Em" and a host of others as well as the recently announced Dogg Pound album that will be released via Cash Money Records.
Daz takes some time to tell us why he could well be the busiest man in the business in this unique, humorous interview that only Daz could deliver.
The long time Independent Dogg Pound Gangsta tells us why he's so busy dropping projects, his hustling strategy, as well as his thoughts on the fans that do - and those that do not - support him.
Exclusive Interview With Daz Dillinger (August 2007)
Join us again on Monday for another feature as part of our Summer of Heat interview series that has already spawned features with Strong Arm Steady, Ant Banks,Terrace Martin, T.I., Khayree, Dae One, Jay Rock, Plies, Mykestro, Elephant Man, Omar Cruz, Twista, Hot Dollar, two unique interviews with WC including a WC Throwback feature and an Album Release Day feature as well as countless others.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Akadimik & DJ-Age Supply "The Essence" Mixtape - By : Rud - August 31, 2007
 This year we have been keeping you informed on two up and comers; one an MC and the other a DJ. Akadimik is the Los Angeles based MC who has been slowly building a buzz over recent years doing shows and releasing mixtapes, including the 2005 release "Los Angeles Times Mixtape Vol 1" and 2006's "Grownman Music."
The DJ we are referring to is DJ-Age who this year has released mixtapes on Dubcnn including "New West Order", an official Crooked I release as well as the acclaimed three disc My Block 2 Yours mixtape.
Today we can announce that the duo have linked up to release the new Akadimik mixtape entitled "The Essence" which sees the MC paying tribute to the 90's Hip-Hop sound. "I'm rapping
over tracks like "Cream," "Running'," Gangstas Paradise" and many more," explains Akadmimik. We have two tracks from the release, "Cream 07" and "07 Till" for free download below before we release the full mixtape, also for free, on our Digital Distribution Network.
Akadimik - Cream 07
Akadimik - 07 Till
The album release "The Wake-Up Call" we mentioned back in February is still in the works for release later this year and will feature all new production from DJ Ca$$, Dae One, F-Major, C-Sharp and many more. Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Free D/L: Balance & Big Rich Are "Da Unda Dogg Kingz" - By : Nima - August 30, 2007
 As promised in our last Balance & Big Rich update, we're back with a free downloadable mixtape of the Bay Area rappers' collaboration project "Da Unda Dogg Kingz". The mixtape features 11 tracks mixed by DJ Rick Lee, and featuring Akon, Ya Boy, Glasses Malone, Planet Asia, Clyde Carson, Papoose, Mistah FAB, Scipio and Coolio Da Undadogg.
Download "Da Unda Dogg Kingz" via the link below where you can also view the full tracklist and cover.
Balance & Big Rich - Da Unda Dogg Kingz (Free Mixtape Download)
A limited ammount of 19-track versions of the full "Da Unda Dogg Kingz" album is available, you can holla at Balance or Big Rich directly to get a copy.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... BIAS Hooks Up With Nu Jerzey Devil For "Hellz Angel" - By : Nima - August 30, 2007
 We've got a new downloadable single from Los Angeles rapper BIAS called "I'll Be Fine", taken off his debut mixtape "Hellz Angel", which is hosted by Nu Jerzey Devil from Black Wall Street and released in conjunction with Hostile Ent. The mixtape features Hot Dollar, The Game, Jay Rock, Bo and a few more.
To download "I'll Be Fine", click below:
BIAS - I'll Be Fine (Prod. by Nalo)
BIAS has been around the L.A. Hip-Hop scene for a while. He is better known for his battling & freestyle talents which lead him to represent L.A. on the MTV Rocafella MC Battle competition a couple of years back.
You can purchase or download a copy of "Hellz Angel" off of BIAS' official MySpace page.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... WC Presents Tha Trapp: "Block Music" - By : LilJay - August 30, 2007
 Tha Trapp just dropped their long awaited street album "Block Music" a few days ago. The South Central duo, who signed a deal last year with WC for Dub's own imprint label Big Swang Records (which is backed by Ice Cube), put together a 18 track deep soundtrack for the streets.
"Block Music" comes with guest appearances from Bad Lucc, Kanary Diamonds, Seejai, Truth, and of course WC on the lead track "Block Music". The majority of the production was handled by J. Classic and 4 Score Music.
The project is now available for purchase, and if you get it from the link below you will also receive a free copy of DJ Crazy Toones' DVD "CT Experience". If you were never able to get your own copy of the DVD, here is your chance! Tha Trapp are featured on the DVD with their video for "Block Music" featuring WC. The package is being sold for $10.00, including shipping & handling to any country.
As a little preview you can download the aforementioned track "Block Music" featuring WC as well as a brand new joint from the project called "You Ain't Hot Enough". If you're feeling the music, make sure you show them some love and hit that purchase button.
01. Intro (Prod. by Young Trey)
02. You Ain't Hot Enough (Prod. by J. Classic)
03. Skit
04. Riding On Chrome Feat. Truth (Prod. by J. Classic)
05. Skit
06. Block Music Feat. WC (Prod. by J. Classic)
07. No Pressure Feat. Seejai (Prod. by J. Classic)
08. Understand Feat. Seejai (Prod. by 4 Score Music)
09. Find Me In Tha Trapp Feat. Truth (Prod. by 4 Score Music)
10. Skit
11. Hustlas Anthem Ft. OG Fuss (Prod. by 4 Score Music)
12. Don't Want None Feat. Bad Lucc (Prod. by J. Classic)
13. Body Language Feat. Kanary Diamonds (Prod. by J. Classic)
14. Skit
15. Paper To Get (Prod. by 4 Score Music)
16. Saddle Up (Prod. by J. Classic)
17. The Vibe (Prod. by J. Classic)
18. Scared 2 Die (Prod. by D.L.)
Be on the lookout for Tha Trapp's debut album "The Drought" coming early next year. For more info visit their MySpace page @ myspace.com/thatrapp. Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Stix Presents "Fricxhen: The Pre-Album Sampler" - By : Eddie Gurrola - August 30, 2007
 We're back today with the fifth installment of Stix's two-month marathon of mixtape drops. "StixTape Months" will continue through the end of September, with a new mixtape dropping every Thursday right here on Dubcnn.
Today we're presenting "Fricxhen: The Pre-Album Sampler." One could call this project a full-length album, as it features all original tracks from the Watts MC. However, Stix said that "I just want to show people that I can make a mixtape of all throwaway songs, and they sound better than everybody else's albums!"
If these are just the throwaway tracks from Stix's forthcoming full-length project, imagine how great the album is going to sound! Take a listen for yourself by following the link below.
Stix - Fricxhen: The Pre-Album Sampler [FREE DOWNLOAD]
Stix wants to hear from you, so be sure to drop your feedback on our forums and on his Myspace Page.
Stix also has two events coming up next week that should be fun to attend. First is the "Street Famous" Mixtape Release Party, which is happening on Thursday, September 6th. Come back to Dubcnn next week to grab your copy of the Stix and J Doe collaboration mixtape, and then attend the event if you're in the Los Angeles area. Check out this flyer for all the details.
The MC battle spot "The Pit" comes back on Saturday, September 8th for a new event as well. Check out this flyer for more information. For a first-hand look of what The Pit is like, check back next week for exclusive footage of the last event.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest on Stix and all of his upcoming projects.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive Interview With Strong Arm Steady - By : Eddie Gurrola - August 29, 2007
 Dubcnn's Summer Of Heat Interview Series continues today with another world premiere feature!
We recently sat down with Strong Arm Steady at the San Diego stop of the Rock The Bells tour for an exclusive interview. In this feature, we discuss the SAS Gang’s new compilation album “Deep Hearted,” which is in stores now. In addition to this, we get into detail about their forthcoming major label debut “Arms and Hammers,” which is scheduled to drop next year. We also cover various topics such as the mixtape game, new solo projects, their relationship with Talib Kweli, and Xzibit’s current role in the group.
Exclusive Interview With Strong Arm Steady [August 2007]
Be sure to support Strong Arm Steady and pick up a copy of "Deep Hearted," which is in stores now. Come back on Friday for another exclusive interview on Dubcnn!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive Bishop Lamont Single From The Reformation! - By : Nima - August 28, 2007
 It's world exclusive time on dubcnn! We're bringing you the official street single from Bishop Lamont's highly anticipated Aftermath solo album "The Reformation", scheduled for a early '08 release.
The song is called "Feel On It" and was produced by one of the craziest producers out right now, Focus. I'm not gonna waste anytime talking about the song, I know you all wanna hear it, so go ahead and download it below. This is the clean version for now, the dirty one will be leaked soon:
Bishop Lamont - Feel On It (Prod. by Focus)
Enjoy the song, bang it, burn it, spread it, and keep it locked to dubcnn for the latest on Bishop Lamont & Aftermath Records!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive Videos From Aftermath, LNS & TakeOff Music! - By : Nima - August 28, 2007
 The exclusives just keep on rolling in... Today we're bringing you Bishop Lamont's official street single from his album "The Reformation", but we also have two exclusive videos for ya'll from the good folks over at Aftermath Records, LNS Ent and TakeOff Productions.
The first video is studio footage of Aftermath artists Bishop Lamont (Carson, Ca) and Joell Ortiz (Brooklyn, NY) with Aftermath producer Focus, vibing to a track from Joell's upcoming Aftermath album, featuring Bishop, produced by Focus. Download the video exclusively below:
Bishop Lamont, Joell Ortiz & Focus - Studio Footage (Video) (30MB, Windows Media)
The second video features Taje promoting his "Hot Box 2: Second Hit" street album dropping on dubcnn for digital dubcnn very soon. Watch video to see Busta Rhymes co-signing Taje's mixtape at the legendary CanAm studios in L.A., where Tupac, Guns N Roses and many others once recorded their hits. The video also features Warren G, the song you hear playing in the background is off Warren's upcoming album, a track featuring Taje & Mike Anthony. Download the video below:
Taje At CanAm Studios With Busta Rhymes, Bishop Lamont, Warren G, DJ Warrior & More (Video) (49MB, Windows Media)
 Taje has been busy with partner in crime DJ Warrior in the streets with the upcoming release of "Hot Box 2" from Miami, Japan to Las Vegas, and he still finds time for upcoming features on Butch Cassidy's solo album "Playa Life", Warren G's new solo album, Bishop Lamont and Black Milk's "CALTROiT" and even a movie soundtrack along with finishing up his solo album "Waitin' at the bus stop".
Keep it locked to Dubcnn.com for the exclusive free download of the entire Hot Box 2: The Second Hit street album. Check out Taje's MySpace and DJ Warrior's MySpace.
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.......................................................................................... Taje & Chevy Jones Are "Still Dumpin'" On "Hot Box: 2" - By : Rud - August 28, 2007
 Just last week we brought you a comprehensive update on the long awaited sophomore mixtape from Taje, the second installment in the "Hot Box" series; "Hot Box: Volume 2." The new street album is being presented by DJ Warrior as a "Cali Untouchable Radio Edition" and just started to hit the streets nationwide.
Taje and DJ Warrior dropped off over 3000 CD's in Miami at the recent Ozone Awards, over 1000 have already hit locations around L.A. County and next week over 10,000 copies will be shipped out to locations across the entire WestCoast.
With the Dubcnn Digitial Download due soon, the team putting the release together; including Cali Untouchable DJs, LNS Entertainment, Baby Ree, Thug Life & Dae One Productions wanted to drop off another exclusive track right here on Dubcnn for free download. "Still Dumpin'" features the immense vocal talents of Chevy Jones and the production of Diverse.
Taje - Still Dumpin' (Feat. Chevy Jones) (Produced By Diverse)
To further promote the imminent Digital Download, Taje has put together a YouTube Video commercial for the CD with snippets of many of the tracks on "Hot Box: Volume 2." To check that out click here. Below once again is the full tracklist and the tracks we dropped last week exclusively on Dubcnn.
01) Intro
02) Still Dumpin' (Feat. Chevy Jones) (Produced By Diverse)
03) Misunderstood (Produced By Dae One)
04) Get It Gang (Feat. Bad News & Ace) (Produced By Dame Taylor)
05) Butterfly Effect (Feat. Mike Anthony)
06) Shots Fired (Produced By DJ Khalil)
07) Jump Back (Feat. K-Boy, Lil Bam, Bangloose & Marleik) (Produced By J Thrill)
08) Houseshoes (Produced By Dae One)
09) Chips (Produced By Dae One)
10) It's You (Produced By Dae One)
11) Why You Trippin' (Feat. T.K.) (Produced By Dae One)
12) Win Or Lose (Feat. Mopreme Shakur) (Produced By Black Milk)
13) The Truth (Feat. Bishop Lamont, Treck Life & DJ Rhettmatic) (Produced By Diverse & Dae One)
14) Momma Taught Me That (Produced By The System)
15) Way (Feat. G Money) (Produced By Dae One)
16) Bendin Cornaz (Produced By Dae One)
17) Last Dragon (Feat. Indee & Mykestro) (Produced By King Karnav)
18) Walk On The Moon (Feat. Noni Spit & Chevy Jones) (Produced By Dae One)
19) Care In The World (Produced By Diverse)
20) All Me (Feat. Dae One & Mike Anthony) (Produced By King Karnav)
21) Outro
Enjoy the new music and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the exclusive Free Download of the full mixtape coming soon! Until then, check our Archives for previous updates on Taje, DJ Warrior and "Hot Box: Volume 2" and visit both Taje's and DJ Warrior's MySpace pages for more news and audio.
Don't forget that you can request another track from the release at your local radio stations, "Butterfly Effect" featuring Mike Anthony and make sure you catch the Cali Untouchable Radio show on Sirius 40 every Tuesday at 11PM PST, Wednesday 2AM EST for more exclusive music from the WestCoast.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DJ Strong & Kartoon Complete "The 1st Driveby" - By : Rud - August 28, 2007
 Earlier this month we reported that Inland Empire representer and Ruff Ryders signee Kartoon was gearing up to release his street album "The 1st Driveby" with DJ Strong next month.
Today we have the full tracklist as well as some preview tracks for download courtesy of DJ Strong and Kartoon. The street album is littered with a collection of freestyles, new material and street anthems including tracks featuring Street Phame, J Spitz, Drag-On, Spider Loc, Jelly Roll, J Classic, Slim Tha Mobster, 40 Glocc and many more.
"The 1st Driveby" is available for hardcopy Pre-Order now on HipHopWest and will be on Dubcnn for Digital Download next month. Check the full tracklist below and download the exclusive preview tracks.
01) DJ Strong HipHopWest.com Intro
02) Can't Stop Me
03) Don't Luv Me
04) Hop Out
05) Ruff Muthaf-ckin Ryda (Produced By J Classic)
06) Drive By Music (Produced By J Cardin)
07) 1st Driveby
08) Take Another Breath
09) Monster (Produced By Jelly Roll)
10) Run and Tell Ya Gangstas (Produced By DJ Ox)
11) Live From The Streets of CA
12) Ghetto Fabulous (Feat. Spider Loc, J. Spitz & Papasmirf)
13) I'm All In
14) Go Momma (Feat. Aja Lorraine) (Produced By DJ Ox)
15) Say Nothin' (Produced By J Classic)
16) Blood In The Streets (Feat. J. Spitz) (Produced By Jelly Roll)
17) Why'd They Sign You?
18) Gang Bang Capitol (Feat. Slim The Mobster & 40 Glocc)
19) Keep That Gloc (Feat Big Zo)
20) Never Heard a Flow
21) Thug Angels (Feat. Street Phame)
22) Blatt (Feat. Drag-On)
23) Holla Rite Back
24) Saga Continues (Feat. Big Mike)
25) You Got My Back (Feat. Street Phame, J. Spitz & Thug Angel Ent)
26) Back in The Day (Feat. Turf Talk)
Stay tuned to Dubcnn to get your hands on the Digital Download in the coming weeks. Until then, enjoy the new music and drop your thoughts over at our Forum Community.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... The Outlawz & Young Buck Are "Ridin' Down The Freeway" - By : Nima - August 28, 2007
 The Outlawz are back! After signing with Young Buck's Cashville Records a few months ago, they were heard on a couple of mixtape tracks with their label mates Young Buck and C-Bo, but this is the real deal right here! The first official project dropping on Cashville will be a compilation showcasing the artists on the label, and the first single is by the Outlawz featuring Young Buck, called "Ridin' Down The Freeway", over a souful Hi-Tek production.
Make sure not to sleep on this one, the Outlawz are sounding fresh again:
Outlawz - Ridin' Down The Freeway (ft. Young Buck) (Prod. by Hi-Tek)
We'll be bringing you more news on this Cashville compilation as soon as we get it!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive Interview With Ant Banks Up Now! - By : Nima - August 27, 2007
 Dubcnn finally caught up with Tha Big Bad Ass; one of the most illusive men in Hip-Hop, Ant Banks. In this exclusive interview, we had the chance to find out why he has taken a hiatus in terms of production as well as finding out what he has been up to.
As part of our continuing Dangerous Crew Feature series we tackle how he got into music and production, we also discuss the Hyphy movement and also get his take on the direction that Hip-Hop as whole as taken.
This is only Part 1 of our interview with Ant Banks, so enjoy the read below and stay tuned for more.
Exclusive Interview With Ant Banks (August '07)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... E-White, Eastwood & Meech Wells "Wait And Give It Time" - By : Rud - August 27, 2007
 Only two days ago we provided you with new music from Meech Wells and Eastwood that is set to feature on their upcoming collaboration project. In that update we reminded you of the Dubcnn Digital Distribution release of Eastwood's "Loyalty Or Nuthin" mixtape [which can be seen and heard here] as well as the new mixtape "West Kept Secrets" that is due for release in the fall.
At the end of the update which featured the Living My Life Off Hydro track with Eastwood featuring Yukmouth, we alluded to two things, one of which that Meech Wells has re-aligned with E-White.
 Today we can provide you with the first track from the newly re-kindled working relationship between Meech Wells and E-White, the first since last years "Play Your Position Vol. 7: The White Out" - which can still be downloaded here. E-White stopped off at our Dubcnn Community earlier today and talked about them hooking back up; "Yes-West Yall! Me and Meech Wells got some exclusive new sh-t cookin' up for all them real Hip-Hop heads. Stay ready for a new project by US due before the fall is complete. We got official albums in the makin' [and] mixtapes comin' soon. We got all kinda hits cookin' up daily in the lab err'day. My n-gga Eastwood been cookin' up a gang of dope songs wit' Meech as ya'll know, so it was only right that we jumped on a Meech Wells [track] together. Hope ya'll enjoy [it], then again, ain't nothin' else to do except enjoy it.
 "Wait And Give It Time" features the vocals of both Eastwood and the younger brother of Meech Wells; Young Mack aka Moja. The production is provided once agian by the combination of Meech Wells & Skwirm of The Soul Mechanix, who also laced the current hit single from Eastwood, The Game & Jay Rock entitled "West Really" [see; Eastwood, The Game, Jay Rock & Meech Wells Combine].
E-White - Wait And Give It Time (Feat. Eastwood & Young Mack aka Moja)
As always you know to stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest news on all Meech Wells related projects including this newly reformed partnership with E-White. Until then make sure you download copies of both Play Your Position Vol. 7: The White Out and the Eastwood Loyalty Or Nuthin mixtape, via the Dubcnn Digital Distribution Network.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Juice & September 7th Align; Music With Nas & Meech Wells - By : Rud - August 27, 2007
 Just last week we brought you the most recent update from Cali Untouchable DJ rookie September 7th with his official "Hip-Hop Weekly Mixtape" release with Crooked I.
That project, which combined all the tracks that we have been releaseing by means of updates and our Official Hip-Hop Weekly Archive, was well received by fans worldwide thanks to our Dubcnn presented Free Download of the mixtape.
Today we are back with news and audio from a brand new project just announced by September 7th. Juice, the hot new talent from the Black Wall Street camp has made September 7th his official mixtape DJ and to build the buzz up towards the first official Juice and September 7th collaboration mixtape have released a new single entitled "No Half Steppin."
"No Half Steppin" features Nas on a verse, although fans anticpating new material will have to settle for the same vocal as appeared on The Game's sophomore LP "The Doctor's Advocate" on the albums lead out track "Why You Hate the Game." The track, that is produced by Meech Wells and mixed by September 7th, can be downloaded below.
Juice - No Half Steppin' (Feat. Nas) (Produced By Meech Wells)
Stay locked to Dubcnn for the latest on this newly announced project between Juice and September 7th. Until then you can check out both Juice and September 7th on their respective MySpace pages.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive Dogg Pound Track On Cash Money [Audio] - By : Nima - August 26, 2007
 After we premiered an exclusive track off Daz upcoming solo album "Gangsta Party" on friday, we're back now with more exclusive music from the Dogg Pound. The duo consisting of Daz and Kurupt recently signed to Cash Money Records to release their upcoming group project "West Coast Aftershock".
We have a recent track they recorded after signing the deal called "Ch-Ching" which you can download below:
Tha Dogg Pound - Ch-Ching (Prod. by Tek Nizzle)
Be on the lookout for more news on Tha Dogg Pound's Gangsta Advisory/Cash Money Records project on dubcnn soon!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Damizza Opens His Vaults For "Unreleased Album" - By : Nima - August 26, 2007
 We have the official press release about Damizza's upcoming "Unreleased Tracks" project, where he is going to be putting out tracks that never came out over the years. Check out the official article below:
"Christmas is going to come early for West Coast hip-hop fans, as multi-platinum producer Damizza has agreed to open his vast unmatched vault of more than 500 unreleased songs spanning the past two decades and release previously unheard tracks featuring stars as diverse as Krayzie Bone, Nate Dogg, Mariah Carey and more.
"I've had everybody come through the studio from ˜Spiderman" Toby Maguire to Ludacris so what better way celebrate my 20-year love affair with music than by releasing songs by some of the greatest stars of our time?" Damizza says. The producer explains that, until now, he's been so busy working on new material with Butch Cassidy and emerging artists signed to his Baby Ree label that he simply hasn't had time to sift through the hundreds of unreleased works.
"There are volumes of new songs in there," he says, "as well as demo recordings & new material from Jennifer Love-Hewett, Roccett, Macy Gray, Ray J & Nate Dogg, it's really amazing. I surprised myself at the quantity and quality of music. We've just been producing so much material that gems just end up being forgotten. It's an amazing body of work and I feel it needs to be out there for fans."
"Damizza Presents: Unreleased Volume 1" will be in stores through Baby Ree and distributed through Fontana/Universal on November 31st.
That will be followed in early 2008 by two addition volumes from Damizza's vault which the producer hints may include rare works from Bone Thuggs N Harmony, Mariah Carey, Ice Cube, Bishop Lamont, Ja Rule, Knoc-Turn'al, Fat Joe and many more chart-topping artists.
"There's just no reason for good music to just sit," Damizza says of his incredible catalogue.
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.......................................................................................... XL Middleton Is "Gettin Breezy" With Sly Boogy - By : Eddie Gurrola - August 25, 2007
 We've been keeping you updated on the latest from Pasadena's funk-master XL Middleton, and we're back today with a brand new track.
XL recently collaborated with Sly Boogy and Young Sau for the smooth West Coast anthem "Gettin Breezy." The song is set to appear on Middleton's forthcoming album "Barliament Drunkadelic," which should be available in November. Download the track below.
XL Middleton - Gettin Breezy (featuring Sly Boogy & Young Sau)
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more news on XL Middleton!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Eastwood & Yukmouth Are "Living My Life Off Hydro" - By : Rud - August 25, 2007
Last time we heard from the much talked about and updated upon Meech Wells and Eastwood collaboration project, was at the start of this months. Today we are back with the latest news and audio from the duo who are gearing up to release their highly anticpated mixtape.
Having released his long awaited new mixtape "Loyalty Or Nuthin" right here on Dubcnn for $5 Download in July, Eastwood has wasted no time and is gearing up to ensure he is the man buzzing on the WestCoast.
With Meech Wells on deck they have commenced work on the now titled "West Kept Secrets" mixtape, due for release in the fall. One track that will be on the release is the cut we have for download below that sees Eastwood line up alongside Yukmouth on "Living My Life Off Hydro."
The track is produced by Meech Wells & Skwirm of The Soul Mechanix, who also laced the current hit single from Eastwood, The Game & Jay Rock entitled "West Really" that has since been sent to radio outlets [see; Eastwood, The Game, Jay Rock & Meech Wells Combine].
You can hear the track, which was recorded at the In A Zone studios, via the link below. In related news Meech Wells just informed us that he has re-aligned with E-White, with whom he released the acclaimed "Play Your Position Vol. 7: The White Out" mixtape last year, and also that he expects to be recording once again with Snoop Dogg.
Eastwood - Living My Life Off Hydro (Feat. Yukmouth)
Once again, stay tuned for the latest from Eastwood, including news of his debut album and this collaboration mixtape with Meech Wells. Don't forget to download the new mixtape "Loyalty Or Nuthin" by clicking here today. To check out all our recent updates on Eastwood & Meech Wells including to download the music, make sure you utilise our new search function or click here.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... "Slow Ya Roll" State Alpha Red & DJ Ca$$ - By : Rud - August 25, 2007
 Since the start of the year we have been keeping readers informed on the work of DJ Ca$$ on an array of projects including an album from Akadimik and work with Custom Made.
Since then DJ Ca$$ has been busy in the studio and he recently announced that he and Alpha Red have linked up once again however this time are preparing an EP release. Previously they released the cut Streetz Of L.A. that is set to feature on a compilation album due later this year.
Today we have a new track from DJ Ca$$ and Alpha Red that will appear on the aforementioned EP, the record is called "Slow Ya Roll," and can be downloaded below
Alpha Red - Slow Ya Roll (Prod. & Mixed By DJ CA$$)
For the latest on DJ Ca$$ and Alpha Red stay tuned to Dubcnn, in the meantime you can vist them on MySpace.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Daz Dillinger Readies "Gangsta Party" Album For October - By : Nima - August 24, 2007
 Daz Dillinger stays busy! After announcing an album called "Only On The Left Side", an album in conjunction with Black Wall Street Records, as well as the new Dogg Pound album on Cash Money Records, Daz has also completed an album with Hi Power Ent called "Gangsta Party".
The album was produced by J-Silva and Daz, and should be dropping early October through Hi Power/Koch. The album has an array of artists featured on it, such as Kurupt, Redman, Mistah F.A.B., Keak Da Sneak, Joe Budden, Spice 1, Jayo Felony, Roscoe, Yukmouth, Outlawz and San Quinn.
We have an exclusive single off the album for ya'll called "Caught Up In The Game", featuring Joe Budden & Jagged Edge. Download it below:
Daz Dillinger - Caught Up In The Game (ft. Joe Budden & Jagged Edge)
Be on the lookout for an exclusive Daz interview coming next week discussing this project as well as everything else he has lined up.
Check out the tracklisting to "Gangsta Party" below:
1. Intro
2. About That
3. Gangsta Shit
4. Gettin' Money - (with Kurupt)
5. That's Deep
6. Got What U Want - (with Redman)
7. All About Da Money - (with Mistah F.A.B. & Keak Da Sneak)
8. Caught Up - (with Jagged Edge & Joe Budden)
9. Tell Me What U Want - (with Spice 1, San Quinn & Francci)
10. Get Ya' Pistol
11. Start A Problem - (with Spice 1 & Roscoe)
12. Guns Wil Blow - (with Yukmouth)
13. Gangsta Party - (with Outlawz)
14. Do What I Wanna - (with Jayo Felony)
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.......................................................................................... Mixtape Game 101 With DJ Nik Bean [Video] - By : Eddie Gurrola - August 24, 2007
 Dubcnn's Summer of Heat Interview Series continues today with a bonus video feature!
We recently caught up with DJ Nik Bean to bring our readers an exclusive look into the inner workings of the California mixtape game. In this interview, Nik Bean tells us all about how he first got into the mixtape scene, how he stays relevant, and his plans for the future. He also tells us about his upcoming mixtapes with artists such as Big Wy, Spider Loc, Ya Boy, as well as his recently released projects with Glasses Malone and Jayo Felony. Read or watch the exclusive interview by following the link below.
Exclusive Video Interview With DJ Nik Bean [August 2007]
Make sure to check out DJ Nik Bean's Myspace Page for the latest on his mixtapes. Also head over to Mixtape Buzz to purchase a copy of his latest mixtapes with Glasses Malone and Jayo Felony.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest exclusive interviews every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive Interview With Spice 1 [Part 2] - By : Eddie Gurrola - August 24, 2007
 We're back today with another feature from our Dangerous Crew Series, which was prompted by our forum community.
Dubcnn recently got the opportunity to catch up with Spice 1 and get his words. In this Part 2 feature [see our exclusive Part 1] we get Spice 1's thoughts on the Hyphy Movement, talk in detail about his relationship with Tupac; how they met and how his death has affected him. We also get details on his new album, the features he hopes to have on that project as well as asking him his feelings on comments that his recent work has not lived up to his past projects as well as much more in this exclusive interview.
Exclusive Interview With Spice 1 [Part 2] [August 2007]
Come back later in the day as Dubcnn's Summer Of Heat Interview Series continues with another special feature!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Freestyle Session 10 this weekend in L.A. - By : JustinL - August 24, 2007
 Freestyle Session 10, the world’s largest b-boy break dancing battle presented by Cros1,Grassroots Productions, and the Pea Pod will be taking place at Hollywood Palladium on Saturday, August 25th and Sunday, August 26th.
The preliminary battles take place on Saturday and Sunday will crown the winners in the three categories of breaking, popping and locking. Sunday will also feature will.i.am of The Black Eyed Peas as the host emcee with performances by Slick Rick, DITC, One Be Lo and more. The Black Eyed Peas also provided funding for Freestyle Session 10.
Produced by Cros1, Freestyle Session first began as a small b-boy gathering in November 1997 and this year’s competition marks the 10th anniversary of what has now become an annual assembly for hip-hop communities worldwide. Over 100 crews from the US, Japan, Korea, Europe and other countries will be competing over two days for $25,000 in cash and prizes.
Freestyle Session 10 will be a chance to witness some of the greatest dancers from around the world perform their best routines. This momentous occasion will also provide a greater appreciation for the art and skill of break dancing and bring unity in spirit to the participant and spectator alike.
Freestyle Session 10
Hollywood Palladium
6215 Sunset Blvd
Hollywood, CA
Saturday, August 25th 12 Noon - 8 PM
Sunday, August 26th 2 PM - 8PM
Purchase tickets at www.groovetickets.com, Workman’s Outlet and select ticket outlets. All dates, acts and ticket prices subject to change without notice.
Freestyle Session 10 [Digital Flyer]Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Crank That New Ya Boy! Aqua Man That Hoe! - By : Nima - August 24, 2007
 We've got some new mixtape audio from one of the most talented artists out of all the young artists in Hip-Hop right now, Ya Boy. Whoever isn't up on Ya Boy yet, stop sleeping, get up and go get his mixtapes "Chapter One: The Rise" with DJ Skee and "The Fix" with DJ Big Mike.
He recently did a remake of Soulja Boy's "Crank Dat" called "Aqua Man That Hoe", and for anybody who can't listen to the song anymore, this will be refreshing. Ya Boy kills the song, showing how to properly flow over the beat.
Check it out below:
Ya Boy - Aqua Man That Hoe
Don't sleep on Ya Boy, go get his mixtapes, matter of get go get anything with his name on it, you won't be dissapointed. Also be on the lookout for Ya Boy's upcoming mixtape with DJ Nik Bean.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Prophet Hooks Up With Grown Mo For "Shut Up" [Audio] - By : Nima - August 24, 2007
 The Bay Area's Prophet is no stranger to dubcnn, and we're back with a new update on the talented rapper. He's got a new single playing on the radio right now called "Shut Up", which features Grown Mo from South Central. The track was produced by Deep H2Oz, you can download it by clicking below:
Prophet - Shut Up (ft. Grown Mo) (Prod. by Deep H2Oz)
Check out Prophet on MySpace by clicking here and check back with us soon for more updates on his upcoming album "Ducktape" dropping on Bonfire Ent.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Flixx & King David Unite For 'South-West' "Made Men" CD - By : Rud - August 24, 2007
 A little over two years ago we introduced you to young Gardena, California representer Flixx who burst onto th scene with his hit single Tha Dubb produced by J Wells. The single, taken from his debut album "Politics & Pimpin," generated much anticpation for the album which was released in late 2005 Infirmary Records.
Since then we updated you on Flixx earlier this year when we announced that his sophomore album "Politics & Pimpin: Article 2" was underway due later this year.
To build up to its release Flixx has aligned with Prichard Alabama's own King David to release a co-label collaboration mixtape entitled "Made Men" between Infirmiry Records and Lordstyle Entertainment.
"Made Men" features burgeoning Westcoast talent as well as new acts from the Dirty South. With tracks from Infirmiry Records' Southern signing Tyme Bomb to a "Ds" remix with 334 Mobb featuring Rich Boy right on to Young Ant from Watts on his J Wells produced ""Pistol Holdin" this release has something for everyone; whats more it is being readied for exclusive free download right here on Dubcnn on September 4, 2007.
We have the full tracklist below with some new and old audio for you to check out including a track that is the street single from Flixx' upcoming album "Politics & Pimpin: Article 2" entitled "That's The Pimp" produced by PFN's own Dolow.
01) Tyme Bomb - Get Wit Me (Produced By Best Paul)
02) The Last Mr. Bigg - Wipe Me Down
03) Young Ant aka A+ - Pistol Holdin (Produced By J Wells)
04) 334 Mobb - D's Remix (Feat. Rich Boy)
05) Flixx - That's Tha Pimp (Feat. Fatso-Fasano, Gizmoe & A+) (Produced By Dolow [PFN])
06) IC - Wide Awake
07) Ghetto Angel - Take Ya Spotlight
08) P-Small - Seeking Death
09) Tyme Bomb - Gangsta Chick
10) Q-Ball - Put Yo Ass Up
11) King David - That's My Style
12) Hostyle Zone - Cogniac
13) Flixx - Pimpin (Feat. Bobby Bang & A+)
14) Bobby Bang - Untitled
15) King David - You Blew It! (Bonus Cut)
Enjoy the new music and ensure you check back on September 4, 2007 for the full mixtape download, availble exclusively on dubcnn for free. In releated news, Flixx will be recording with Squeak Ru from Allfrumthai for the new album, we'll keep you updated on that over the coming months. In the meantime check out our previous updates on Flixx in our archives and head over to his MySpace page for more information and media.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Stix Is "Affiliating With The Aphilliates" [Mixtape] - By : Eddie Gurrola - August 23, 2007
It's Thursday, so that means we've got a brand new Stix mixtape for all the readers of Dubcnn! Remember, we're dropping a new mixtape from the multi-talented Watts representer every week during the months of August and September (aka StixTape Months.) This week, Stix is dropping "Affiliating With The Aphilliates." The mixtape, as always, features an assortment of freestyles and original songs.
This time, Stix grabbed fellow Watts natives Kam, Tyrese, and Glasses Malone for the high-profile collaboration "Good Lookin." Be sure to check that track out, along with the rest of the excellent mixtape, below.
Stix - Affiliating With The Aphilliates [Mixtape] [FREE DOWNLOAD]
If you've been sleeping on the StixTape Months series so far, check out the other three mixtapes we've dropped so far by clicking here. Be sure to drop feedback on our forums, and on Stix's Myspace Page.
Come back next Thursday for another StixTape drop on Dubcnn!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Common - "Drivin Me Wild" Music Video August 27th - By : JustinL - August 23, 2007
 Make sure to catch Common's MTV World Video Premiere of "Drivin' Me Wild" Ft. Lilly Allen on August 27th!! Check out stills from the shoot below!!!
Common's #1 album Finding Forever (Executive Produced by Kanye West) is in stores now. For more info on Common check out www.common-music.com
Photo 1 | Photo 2 | Photo 3 | Photo 4 | Photo 5 | Photo 6
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.......................................................................................... 40 Glocc & Lil Scrappy Are "Gettin' Richer" [Video] - By : Nima - August 23, 2007
 A few weeks ago we premiered 40 Glocc's latest single "Gettin' Richer", which features Lil Scrappy on it. The song was produced by Milkman for Large Money Ent and has been creating a cool lil buzz online.
The positive feedback to the song made 40 go ahead and shoot a video to the song, which we have here for you to watch. It features cameos from 50 Cent, Lloyd Banks, Tony Yayo, Mobb Deep, Ricky Gonzales and many more.
Pick your preferred file format, and download the "Gettin' Richer" below:
40 Glocc - Gettin' Richer (ft. Lil Scrappy) (17MB, Windows Media)
 40 Glocc - Gettin' Richer (ft. Lil Scrappy) (16MB, Quick Time)
In other news, 40 Glocc is having a "So Hyphy Booty" contest on YouTube right now, where ladies can win a spot in the next Infamous/G-Unit video. To hear the contest details, click here to hear it from 40 Glocc himself.
Make sure to check out and hit up 40 Glocc on his MySpace page as well, and keep it locked to dubcnn for the latest!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... South Central's Bloc Boyz Are Reppin' Blu Division - By : Nima - August 23, 2007
 The Bloc Boyz, consisting of Ace & K Boy, are repping the New West movement on Glasses Malone's label Blu Division. The duo has been making noize in the streets with features on some of the hottest mixtapes like DJ Nik Bean's "Streets of LA 3", Taje's "Hot Box 2", Noni Spitz "W.I.M.S" & DJ Warrior's "Ill Street Dues Vol. 3".
Today we bring you an exclusive video of the Bloc Boyz chilling in the studio with none other than the "A" team Busta Rhymes, Bishop Lamont & Focus all from the Aftermath camp.
Check out the video below:
The Bloc Boyz With Busta Rhymes, Bishop Lamont & Focus (Video) (60MB, Windows Media)
We also have two exclusive joints for free download. The first one is called "South Central", produced by Terrace Martin and the second one is "Fly Like Us" featuring Roccett, produced by Dae One. Get them both below:
The Bloc Boyz - South Central (Prod. by Terrace Martin)
The Bloc Boyz - Fly Like Us (Prod. by Dae One)
Up next for The Bloc Boyz is Blu Divisions "The Electric Chair" mixtape hosted by DJ Skee & Dow Jones (fka "The New Death Row" mixtape), as well as features on Black Milk and Bishop Lamont's "CALTROiT", a soundtrack for an upcoming Tupac documentary, and their own street album "Protege of the Streets" due early next year. Keep it locked on Dubcnn for more exclusives and news on The Bloc Boyz.
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.......................................................................................... Win 10 Autographes Copies Of G. Malone's Mixtape! - By : Nima - August 23, 2007
 Dubcnn has teamed up with Watts representer Glasses Malone and DJ Nik Bean to present a contest to win 10 signed copies of the latest mixtape release from the duo. DJ Nik Bean & G. Malone Presents: "Streets Of L.A. 3" is in the streets now and audio can be heard from the project here.
All you have to do to stand a chance of winning is answer the question and send your answer in along with your name and address via the email address before the closing date! 10 lucky winners will then be selected from all the entrants and informed via email.
To go to the contest page, click below:
Dubcnn Presents: Glasses Malone "Streets Of L.A. 3" Contest"
Good luck!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Fortress DVD: Method Man "Live From The Sunset Strip" DVD - By : Rud - August 23, 2007
 It's been some time in coming but Fortress DVD have just finished the much anticipated DVD release from Method Man. The team that brought you DVD's from artists and groups including Xzibit, Tha Alkaholiks, Kurupt, Strong Arm Steady, Busta Rhymes, Anastacia, Papa Roach and many more are back with "Live From The Sunset Strip" - the first ever concert DVD from the Wu-Tang Clan MC.
The full length concert DVD is shot in High Definition and will hit stores on October 30th.
With Millions of records and thousands of concert and movie tickets sold Method Man is a world class entertainer. This DVD release captures the excitement and energy of this charismatic MC as he hits the stage at the House Of Blues in Hollywood, California earlier this year.
"Live From The Sunset Strip" features all his hits as well as including a moving tribute to fallen Wu-Tang member ODB. The DVD also features Bonus' including Extended Interviews, Photo Gallery & Hidden Scenes. The full DVD Tracklist can be seen below;
Intro (Album 4:21), Method Man, Bring The Pain, Ice Cream, All I Need, Grid Iron Rap, How High, What The Blood Clot, Suspect Chin Music, Fall Out, Ya’Meen, Is It Me, Problem, Say, Wu Tang Clan Ain’t Nothing To F-ck With, Triumph, Shimmy Shimmy Ya (Tribute to ODB), Brooklyn Zoo, Judgement Day, Da Rockwilder.
You can view the full size DVD cover by clicking the News Image and view the DVD Preview Trailer on YouTube. We also have two Promo photos from the DVD to view below.
Method Man "Live From The Sunset Strip" - Promo Photo 1 | Promo Photo 2
For the latest news from Fortress DVD visit their Official Website and stay tuned to Dubcnn. Don't forget; Method Man "Live From The Sunset Strip" DVD is released on October 30th 2007.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Terrace Martin Interview Pt. 3 + "Ridin" Single - By : Eddie Gurrola - August 22, 2007
 Dubcnn's Summer of Heat Interview Series continues today with yet another exclusive event!
We're back with the third and final part of our extensive interview with Terrace Martin. In this exclusive, we continue to discuss the making of Terrace's upcoming street album "Signal Flow." We talk about his experiences recording with Kurupt, Busta Rhymes, Hi-Tek, and Problem, among others. Terrace also narrates the elaborate, inspirational story behind his hit song "Be Thankful," which first appeared on Snoop Dogg's "Big Squeeze" compilation. Read on to learn about these topics and much more.
Exclusive Interview With Terrace Martin [Part 3] [August 2007]
To celebrate the upcoming release of Terrace's highly anticipated street album "Signal Flow," we're also leaking the official version of his single "Ridin'." The song features Snoop Dogg, Problem, and Atlanta-based singer Scar. Listen to Terrace introduce the one-of-a-kind single here, and then grab the track in CD quality below.
Terrace Martin - Ridin' (featuring Snoop Dogg, Problem, & Scar)
Be sure to drop feedback for the single, both in our forum and on Terrace's Myspace Page. If you want to read about Terrace's experience creating "Ridin," check out part two of our interview here. Also take a look at this picture of the Niggarachi production team (Terrace and Snoop) crafting a track in the studio here.
Sit tight and stay tuned to Dubcnn for more news on Terrace Martin and the free release of his street album "Signal Flow," hosted by Snoop Dogg and DJ Skee!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Devin The Dude: Photos from Knitting Factory - By : JustinL - August 22, 2007
 Dubcnn recently had the chance to attend Devin The Dude's concert in Hollywood. The show was held July 29, 2007 at the Knitting Factory. Devin performed an extensive catalog of hits that night to a very receptive and loyal audience. Some of the songs he did were "Fuck Faces", "Lacville 79", "Fuck You", "What a Job", "Doobie Ashtray", and "Sticky Green". We were able to get some photos of the show, so check them out below:
Photo 1 | Photo 2 | Photo 3 | Photo 4 | Photo 5 | Photo 6 | Photo 7
Photo 8 | Photo 9 | Photo 10 | Photo 11 | Photo 12 | Photo 13 | Photo 14
Please be sure to pick up Devin's latest project "Waitin to Inhale", and look out for future releases from Coughee Brothaz and The Odd Squad.
Check out MySpace.com/DevinTheDude for more info.
Shouts to Rico for makin everything happen!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Crooked I "Hip-Hop Weekly" - Vol. 21 [Audio] - By : Nima - August 22, 2007
 We're back, this time as usual on Wednesday, with the latest edition of Crooked I's "Hip-Hop Weekly" series. This is the 21st week, 21 weeks of free Crooked I freestyles on dubcnn over the hottest beats, and this week is just as hot as the previous ones! This freestyle is dedicated to the Jena Six from Louisiana, over Jay-Z's "Blueprint 2" instrumental.
Download below:
Crooked I - Blueprint 2 (Freestyle) (Dedicated To Jena Six)
Check back next week for the next freestyle, and be on the lookout for "B.O.S.S." Don't forget to check our Official Hip-Hop Weekly Archive in case you have missed any of the previous 20 installments.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Joell Ortiz, Pacific Division, Blu, Aceyalone Live In LA - By : JustinL - August 21, 2007
 Dubcnn would like to announce that Pacific Division will be performing this Thursday, August 23, 2007 at The Airliner in Los Angeles.
Joell Ortiz, the new Aftermath artist from Brooklyn, NY, will be the headline act, and other performers include Aceyalone, Blu, Nem$, Oh No, Roc-C, and more. Please make sure to grab your $10 presale tickets on groovetickets.com
Pacific Division, Joell Ortiz, Blu, Aceyalone, Roc-C, Oh No, Nem$, and more this Thursday at The Airliner (L.A.) [DIGITAL FLYER]
Thursday, August 23
The Airliner
2419 N. Broadway St.
Los Angeles, CA 90031
7PM-2AM 18+/21 Full Bar
Some audio from the Dubcnn archives:
Pacific Division - Fareal (Produced by Swiff D)
Pacific Division - Women Problems (Produced by Swiff D)
Please check out MySpace.com/PacificDivisionMusic for more info.
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.......................................................................................... Butch Cassidy's Album "Playa Life" Coming In November! - By : Nima - August 21, 2007
 We have the official press release concerning Butch Cassidy's long awaited solo debut "Playa Life" for you to read below:
As his legions of fans know, famed artist Butch Cassidy doesn't do anything with less than 110% effort, and he's following suit this fall with the release of his highly anticipated solo album "Playa Life", coming from Baby Ree/KCP Records (distributed by Fontana/Universal). Among featured guests are Snoop Dogg, WC, MC Magic, Mel-Man, Warren G, Prime, Taje and Damizza.
"It's been a long time coming", says Butch, who's penned hits for hip-hop's greatest stars including Dr. Dre, Wyclef Jean, 50 Cent, Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube and many, many more. "I'm putting the finishing touches on it now," he said from a mixing session at one of L.A.'s most secretive studios, fittingly called Area 51/Studio 9.
"Playa Life" reunites Butch with longtime collaborator Snoop Dogg on the single "All I C, produced by Dae One, as well as the A-list of West Coast talents. "There's a little bit for everybody", Butch says. No one will be left disappointed. From G-hits like "Let's Ride" with Mel-Man (Dr. Dre's "Chronic 2001") to the Jedi Jared Moore produced title track "Playa Life", for the ladies, all bases are covered.
Butch is currently in hot rotation nationwide with several acclaimed releases and recently returned from a Japanese tour with Damizza in support of their hit single duet "Cruzin" from the album "Back B4 You're Lonely". He's also on the new 2Pac single as well as new tracks from Mack 10 and Glasses Malone.
Get ready. Come November Butch Cassidy is going to invite you to the "Playa Life".
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.......................................................................................... Exclusive Interview With Khayree + New Music - By : Eddie Gurrola - August 20, 2007
 Dubcnn's Summer of Heat Interview Series continues today with another surprise!
We recently linked up with legendary producer Khayree for an in-depth interview. In this exclusive feature, we discuss Khayree’s current views on hip-hop, and he describes the sound of his new solo projects. Khayree tells us about his duties as a Challenge Day Leader, and his other plans to give back to the community. We also speak about his recent collaboration with Snoop Dogg, and find out the latest on his Young Black Brotha record company.
Exclusive Interview With Khayree [August 2007]
We've also got a brand new track from Khayree that he wants you to vibe to after you're done with the interview. The funk-filled, jazzy instrumental is called "I Want More From Myself." Be sure to check it out below!
Khayree - I Want More From Myself [STREAM]
For more information on Khayree, head over to his Myspace Page and to www.youngblackbrotha.com. If you're interested in becoming a Challenge Day Leader yourself, click here. Also go over to iTunes and be sure to check out the "Khayree Music Podcast," as well as the many albums that he has up for sale.
Come back on Wednesday for another exclusive interview!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Lil Eazy-E Single "I Got That" Ft. Timbaland [Audio] - By : Nima - August 20, 2007
 We're back with Lil Eazy-E's latest single off his upcoming album "Prince Of Compton. The song is called "I Got That" and is produced by Timaland, who is also featured on the track. Listen to the track below:
Lil Eazy-E - I Got That (ft. Timbaland) (Prod. by Timbaland)
Check back with dubcnn real soon for more news on Lil E and his upcoming solo debut "Prince Of Compton".Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Double F Enters The "Major League" [Audio] - By : Eddie Gurrola - August 20, 2007
 Originally from West Covina and now residing the I.E., Double F is gearing up to release a new street album entitled "The Beginning Of The End". The project is set to feature production from Terrace Martin among others.
We've got two new tracks from the album for you to download today! First up is the single "Major League," which is already generating a buzz in the streets. Check out the club-charged anthem below:
Double F - Major League
The other track up for download is "Stop Snitching." Double F rides the off-kilter funk well as he criticizes informants. Make sure to grab the track!
Double F - Stop Snitching
Drop some feedback on our forums, because Double F wants to hear from you. "I'm with hearing a response from people who would like to provide constructive criticism." You can contact him on his Myspace Page, talk to him on AIM at "efferthegreat," or even call him at (323) 997-9951!
Enjoy the tracks, and stay tuned to Dubcnn for more updates on Double F.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Taje Links Up With DJ Warrior For "Hot Box: Volume 2" - By : Rud - August 20, 2007
At the start of this month we provided the first track to be released from the upcoming mixtape from Taje. "Hot Box: Volume 2" is the long awaited follow up to the first "Hot Box" street album that received much acclaim from fans.
The new release is being presented by DJ Warrior as a "Cali Untouchable Radio Edition" and is set to hit the streets in the coming weeks. We have three tracks available for download now off the street album courtesy of Cali Untouchable DJs, LNS Entertainment, Baby Ree, Thug Life & Dae One Productions.
The first is the track we dropped earlier this month, a track that hightened the anticpation for the release, "Misunderstood" - a soulful production supplied by Dae One courtesy of a sample of the much covered 1964 classic "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" originally by Nina Simone. Dae One absolutely delivers on this cut and Taje ensures his efforts are rewarded an incredible flow and thought provoking lyrics. The second is the Dae One production we premiered with our exclusive interview, entitled "It's You" and finally we have an exclusive track featuring Bishop Lamont, Treck Life & DJ Rhettmatic over a beat produced by Diverse and Dae One.
Check all the cuts out within the tracklist below and ensure you take a look at the cover which can be enlarged from the news article image. Don't forget that you can request another track from the release at your local radio stations, "Butterfly Effect" featuring Mike Anthony.
01) Intro
02) Still Dumpin' (Feat. Chevy Jones) (Produced By Diverse)
03) Misunderstood (Produced By Dae One)
04) Get It Gang (Feat. Bad News & Ace) (Produced By Dame Taylor)
05) Butterfly Effect (Feat. Mike Anthony)
06) Shots Fired (Produced By DJ Khalil)
07) Jump Back (Feat. K-Boy, Lil Bam, Bangloose & Marleik) (Produced By J Thrill)
08) Houseshoes (Produced By Dae One)
09) Chips (Produced By Dae One)
10) It's You (Produced By Dae One)
11) Why You Trippin' (Feat. T.K.) (Produced By Dae One)
12) Win Or Lose (Feat. Mopreme Shakur) (Produced By Black Milk)
13) The Truth (Feat. Bishop Lamont, Treck Life & DJ Rhettmatic) (Produced By Diverse & Dae One)
14) Momma Taught Me That (Produced By The System)
15) Way (Feat. G Money) (Produced By Dae One)
16) Bendin Cornaz (Produced By Dae One)
17) Last Dragon (Feat. Indee & Mykestro) (Produced By King Karnav)
18) Walk On The Moon (Feat. Noni Spit & Chevy Jones) (Produced By Dae One)
19) Care In The World (Produced By Diverse)
20) All Me (Feat. Dae One & Mike Anthony) (Produced By King Karnav)
21) Outro
Enjoy the new music and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the exclusive Free Download of the full mixtape coming soon! Until then, check our Archives for previous updates on Taje, DJ Warrior and "Hot Box: Volume 2" and visit both Taje's and DJ Warrior's MySpace pages for more news and audio.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Official Leak: Terrace Martin - To The Top - By : Eddie Gurrola - August 18, 2007
 We've been keeping you updated on the latest regarding producer extraordinaire Terrace Martin and his upcoming street album "Signal Flow." Check out the album cover here.
One of the songs from the project, "To The Top," was leaked onto the Internet earlier this morning without his consent. Terrace is making the best of the situation, and has given us the track to officially leak on Dubcnn! He told us, "I didnt mean for it to leak so early, but it's all about the music...so enjoy!"
"To The Top" is an absolute banger, and features Snoop Dogg, The Game, and Uncle Chuck. Download it below, and bump it when you go out tonight!
Terrace Martin - To The Top (featuring Snoop Dogg, The Game, & Uncle Chuck)
After you've heard the track, re-visit our interview with Terrace from last week where he tells us about the making of this song. Also, head over to Terrace's Myspace Page and be sure to add him as your friend.
We will be dropping "Signal Flow" on Dubcnn in the very near future, so keep checking back for more exclusives from Terrace Martin!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... J-Ro Gets Ready To Release His European Album! - By : Yash - August 18, 2007
 The album has guest appearances by Snoop Dogg, Kieth Murray and Method Man amongst others while most of the production was handled by Breakmecanix, E-Swift, J. Wells, Madness 4 Real, Niggarachi (Snoop Dogg) & Chords.
Dubcnn brings you the first single and video from the upcoming J-Ro solo album "Rare Earth B-Boy Funk Vol. II" which will be released by Swedish record label JuJu Records.
Check out J-Ro's new music video, U Call That Love? feat. Chords. The video was directed by Kamisol.
We also have another song entitled What You Sippin On featuring Keith Murray which was produced by Madness 4 Real.
The album will be in stores across Europe late August and September (varies depending on what country you're in).Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Belly "Revolution" Giveaway - By : Adon - August 18, 2007
.png) As Belly is just releasing his third single "I'm The Man" with Kurupt, Capital Prophet records is still pushing the album hard. The album is still topping charts, and the new video was just added to much music in high rotation.
Click Here to check out the new video for "I'm The Man" with Kurupt.
Once again we've teamed up with Capital Prophet Records, as well as Sicksofour.com (our affiliate site) to bring you another giveaway. We've got Belly mixtapes, bandanas, and even some personally autographed photos. This giveaway is major. We've got a lot of stuff to give away this time, and now it's even easier to win.
All you have to do is enter your name and address, and email it to the address provided before the closing date! Please read the Terms & Conditions and good luck!
Click Here to go to the contest page.
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.......................................................................................... Jayo Felony: "Too The Nec, Time Is Bread" Mixtape - By : Nima - August 18, 2007
 Jayo Felony is back with some new music! The San Diego gangsta rapper has teamed up with DJ Nik Bean to release a new mixtape called "Too The Nec, Time Is Bread", in the streets now! The mixtape features both new Jayo freestyles over other people's beats as well as some classic Jayo cuts blended together.
The mixtape is available at mixtapebuzz.com for $6,99. As always, dubcnn has a couple of preview tracks available for ya'll to listen to before ordering it.
The first track "My History" is over Jay-Z's "Renegades" beat and this one really shows what Jayo is capable of. Over the laid back production, Jayo takes the listener on a trip through his career, from his beginnings to the present. He also shouts out his former rivals Snoop Dogg, Daz & Jay-Z on the song, as well as yours truly, so make sure to download it below:
Jayo Felony - My History
The second track is Jayo as we know him best, on some gangsta shit. Over Jim Jones' "We Fly High" beat, Jayo talks about "Fake Ass Gangbangers", make sure to download the track below:
Jayo Felony - Fake Ass Gangbangers
Last, but not last is a track called "Sweet Dic Willie" over Snoop Dogg's "Candy" beat, listen below:
Jayo Felony - Sweet Dic Willie
1 - Intro
2 - Cuz I Can
3 - Sweet Dic Willie
4 - You Can't Fuc With Me
5 - My History
6 - Got Beef
7 - The Takeover
8 - Bout 2 Bubble
9 - Let's All Roll
10 - For A Livin'
11 - Ghetto Horror Show
12 - Fake Ass Gangbangers
13 - Get The Duct Tape
14 - I Gotcha
15 - Beat That Bang
16 - OG 2 Me
17 - Represent Dat
18 - Take A Ride
19 - Outro
20 - Back 2 Back Ft. The Game (Bonus Track)
If you like what you hear, make sure to place your order now by clicking here for $6,99.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... WC Back On Dubcnn For An Exclusive Throwback Ride! - By : LilJay - August 17, 2007
 It's WC week on Dubcnn! As you already know, the West Coast veteran released his long awaited album "Guilty By Affiliation" on Tuesday, so it was only right that your favorite website linked up with him on the release day to chop it up about the new record. Now, not only did we speak to Dub about the present, but we also had the chance to connect with him for a second piece and put the focus on the past this time around.
For the first time in his career, WC takes his time out to rate and review all his solo and group projects, exclusively for Dubcnn.
WC shares his opinion and thoughts about his albums, the mindstate he was in during certain eras, and how he rates his work today. Check out this throwback feature, as Dub takes you back to the Low Profile and Maad Circle days, through the Westside Connection projects all the way up to the solo albums, including the latest "Guilty By Affiliation", and even catches a glimpse of the future.
Click here to read this exclusive feature with WC
Also make sure to pick up a copy of "Guilty By Affiliation" if you haven't done so already!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Tha Dogg Pound Sign To Cash Money For Next Album! - By : Nima - August 17, 2007
 We've just got word that Tha Dogg Pound, consiting of Daz and Kurupt have aligned with Baby and Slim to release the next Dogg Pound album "West Coast Aftershock" on Cash Money Records. Here is a quote from Kurupt concerning the deal: "It's official! Me and Daz just got off the phone with Baby, Slim & Snoop. West Coast Aftershocc nigga!"
Keep it locked on dubcnn for the latest info concerning this deal and the upcoming DPG projects!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... The 4 Horsemen Featured On Killah Priest's Album [Audio] - By : Nima - August 17, 2007
 The 4 Horsemen was one of the most anticipated Hip-Hop projects never to see the light of day, but they haven't got no where! Even though the busy schedules of the Kurupt, Canibus, Killah Priest and Ras Kass have never allowed them to release a complete group album together, they keep popping up on each others project. Such is the case on Killah Priest's latest album "The Offering", which is dropping next tuesday.
The 4 Horsemen are featured on a track called "Inner G", which you can check out below:
Killah Priest - Inner G (ft. Kurupt, Canibus, Ras Kass) (4 Horsemen)
Enjoy the track, and make sure to pick up Killah Priest's album "The Offering", in stores next tuesday!!!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Stix - Nirvana: Life Of The Black Kurt Cobain - By : Eddie Gurrola - August 16, 2007
It's Thursday, so that means we're back with another brand new effort from "The West Coast Weezy of Mixtapes," Stix! If you haven't heard yet, Stix and Dubcnn are presenting you with a exclusive mixtape every Thursday during the months of August and September.
"StixTape Months" continues today with "Nirvana: Life Of The Black Kurt Cobain." This mixtape is a nod to Stix's current life as a rock star, being that he is a member of the band Life Nine. The group was recently signed to Tyrese's Headquarter Entertainment label, and are hard at work on their debut album.
This mixtape features an assortment of freestyles and new songs. Check it out by following the link below:
Stix Presents Nirvana: Life Of The Black Kurt Cobain [Mixtape] - FREE DOWNLOAD
Enjoy the mixtape, and make sure to leave feeback on our forums, as well as on Stix's Myspace Page. Come back next Thursday as "StixTape Months" continues with another new project.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Crooked I "Hip-Hop Weekly" - Vol. 20 [Audio] - By : Eddie Gurrola - August 16, 2007
Crooked I has hit the 20 week mark with his highly successful "Hip-Hop Weekly" series! After bringing you the official "Hip-Hop Weekly" mixtape by Cali Untouchable DJ September 7th just yesterday, we're back today with a brand new edition.
This week, Crooked has chosen to flow over the Freeway and Jay-Z "Big Spender" beat. The Young Boss never disappoints, so check out the freestyle below:
Crooked I - Big Spender (Freestyle)
Come back next week for another brand new edition of "Hip-Hop Weekly." Don't forget to check our Official Hip-Hop Weekly Archive in case you have missed any of the previous 19 installments.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Get To Know Young Mac From The Young Hoggs! - By : Yash - August 16, 2007
 Young Mac aka T Mac from The Young Hoggs is trying to get out there on the solo tip, so he reached out to Dubcnn in order to bring the fans some of the material he has recorded for his solo album and mixtape.
The Young Hoggs are still together so don't get it twisted; as T Mac told Dubcnn "we're still together, but I'm just leaping out on my own right now to see what I can do as a solo artist. I need all the support I can get right now to make this move a success. This move has nothing to do with the group nor management, it's just something I needed to do too
help push The Hoggs even further you feel me?"
Young Mac Get To Know You featuring Jah Free
Here's a remix verse he did over the new Lil Wayne & Enrique Iglesias song Push It off his Mixtape.
If you enjoyed the tracks, drop some comments in our forum or hit up T Mac here: youngmacmusic@gmail.com
For the latest news and information from The Young Hoggs ensure you stay tuned to Dubcnn.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Introducing Queens MC, Reka The Saint - By : ConanMilne - August 15, 2007
.png) As you know, DubCNN loves to break fresh Hip-Hop talents, irrespective of where they are based. With that in mind, today we'd like to introduce you to New York City's Reka The Saint. A native of Queens, Reka is a throwback to the lyrical, punchline-heavy MCs that the East Coast has been praised for producing.
While new to our site, Reka has been grinding as an artist for some time. He has already collaborated with fan favorites like Shabaam Sahdeeq, Ali Vegas, and even the legendary MC Shan.
In fact, Hip-Hop pioneer Shan will be hosting 'The Saint's' forthcoming mixtape, "Survival New York." No newcomer to the mix circuit, Reka has appeared on releases by DJs such as J-Love, DJ Absolut, and DJ L-Gee.
We have two Reka The Saint tracks available to download below. The first track is called "Betta", and sees The Saint drop some rewind-worthy bars over a strummed instrumental from producer Jo-Ski. The second, meanwhile, is a gritty, boisterous collaboration with popular NYC lyricist, Ali Vegas. Check both out below:
Reka The Saint - Betta (Audio)
Reka The Saint (Feat. Ali Vegas) - They Hate Me (Audio)
If you enjoyed the tracks, be sure to seek out a copy of Reka' street album, In The Beginning. The underground record is currently available through Illseed Ent. We'll have more on this talented MC soon, but until then check out Reka The Saint's MySpace Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... September 7th & Crooked I "Hip-Hop Weekly Mixtape" - By : Rud - August 15, 2007
 Over the past twenty weeks we have been unleashing the heavily acclaimed Crooked I "Hip-Hop Weekly" series of freestyles. The tracks, which we have released by means of updates and our Official Hip-Hop Weekly Archive, have been an incredible success and garnered immense attention to the Long Beach talent.
With word of his impending debut album "B.O.S.S" being at long last readied for release and the continuation of the "Hip-Hop Weekly" series; Crooked I has teamed up with Cali Untouchable DJ rookie September 7th for a "Hip-Hop Weekly Mixtape" release.
September 7th's "Hip Hop Weekly Mixtape" chronicles Weeks 1-19 in the series so far all on one disc. Although the series is set to continue he has, with the 19 weeks thus far, completed 80 minutes of microphone manslaughter and that is the reason for the mixtape compilation.
The new release also features the brand new Jim Gettum produced single, N.W.A. (New West Anthem) that can be requested on local radio stations now. Even though you may have listened and/or downloaded the tracks from Dubcnn's Official Hip-Hop Weekly Archive you now have the opportunity to download them all combined in this exclusive Free Download of the September 7th & Crooked I "Hip Hop Weekly Mixtape."
Dubcnn Presents: September 7th & Crooked I - Hip Hop Weekly Mixtape (Free Download)
Enjoy the new release and stay tuned to Dubcnn for the latest in the Hip-Hop Weekly series as well as news on Cali Untouchable DJ September 7th's latest projects.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... D.O.E. Is Heading From The "Bottom To The Top" - By : Rud - August 15, 2007
 It was November 2006 when we last updated you on Timbaland's New York born artist D.O.E. who has since been featured on the super producers latest album "Shock Value" including the hit single "The Way I Are."
Tracks we have featured over the past 18 months from D.O.E. have included the banging Timbaland and Lil Jon featured Rollin as well as the Timbaland produced cuts Peace and Just Might Lose It featuring the producer himself alongside Candance.
D.O.E. has since been busy working on his debut album with Timbaland as well as promoting and on tour supporting the "Shock Value" album that has been a worldwide success. Today we are back with a brand new solo track from D.O.E. that is being released to continue the buzz building for the album. "Bottom To The Top" is produced by Symphany for Live House Entertainment and is the first of more street singles you can expect to hear leak over the coming months.
D.O.E. - Bottom To Tha Top
Soak up this new material and tell everyone where you heard it first. For those fiending for more new D.O.E. stay tuned to dubcnn's "Summer Of Heat" interview series and if you haven't already make sure you pick up Timbaland's album "Shock Value." In the meantime head over to D.O.E.'s official MySpace page for more news and audio.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive WC Interview Up On Dubcnn Now! - By : Nima - August 14, 2007
 That's right! Just in time for the release of WC's higly anticipated solo album "Guilty By Affiliation", in stores TODAY, dubcnn connects with Dub for an exclusive interview. In this in-depth conversation, WC talks about the creation of the album, why he didn't compromise his sound, why he feels it's the West Coast album of the year, Ice Cube's input on the record - as he's executive producing it, as well as how it feels to be independent.
Dub also adresses his comments from last year concerning the New West artists, and how he looks at that situation now. We also talk about Mack 10, Dr. Dre, Ice Cube's upcoming album "Raw Footage" and much more.
Read or listen to the interview below:
Exclusive Interview With WC (August '07)
Enjoy, and make sure to pick up WC's album "Guilty By Affiliation", in stores now! Support the West Coast, support the independent game, because this album was made for ya'll, WC fans, nobody else. If you're a WC fan, you're gonna love this. If you like raw and uncut gangsta music, you're gonna love this.
Leave your feedback to this interview and the album at the dubcc forums! Be on the lookout for ANOTHER exclusive WC feature coming to dubcnn tomorrow, so stay tuned!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Jay Rock Serves Your Favorite Rapper On "Get Money" - By : Nima - August 14, 2007
 We're back with a brand new Jay Rock freestyle over 50 Cent's "I Get Money" beat. On this one, Jay really shows what he's worth on the mic, as he describes how he puts all of the industry's rappers to work, getting his money. There's not much I can say about it, just check out the track for yourself and see what JR is talking about:
Jay Rock - I Get Money (Freestyle)
Incase you missed our exclusive interview with Jay Rock last week, click here to check it out now.Discuss This Topic
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