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August 2009
 The TC's & Snoop Dogg - Shut U Down (Video) - By : Nima - August 31, 2009
 Earlier this month, Snoop Dogg released a new compilation entitled "Bacc To Tha Chuuch Vol. 1", featuring a lot of known faces along with a couple of new names. One of those new names was The TC's (Twenty Crips), who impressed listeners on their Snoop Dogg-assisted track "Shut U Down", which premiered in July.
A video to the track has just been released, directed by Dah Dah, check it out:
The TC's - Shut U Down (Ft. Snoop Dogg) (Video) (Fixed Link)
Incase you haven't, cop "Bacc To Tha Chuuch" on iTunes by clicking here.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DJ Ill Will Presents 2Eleven - "I Robbed Hip-Hop" Mixtape - By : Nima - August 31, 2009
 Inglewood rapper 2Eleven recently dropped his latest mixtape "I Robbed Hip-Hop" in conjunction with DJ Ill Will. We appologize for the delay on the dubcnn drop of the mixtape, but better late than never!
After we brought you the preview tracks "2 Slick" with Kokane and Mitchy Slick, as well as "Mystery", here goes the full mixtape for download:
DJ Ill Will Presents 2Eleven - I Robbed Hip-Hop (Mixtape Download)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Video: Kanabliss - Top Down (Ft. Kurupt & Fingazz) - By : Nima - August 31, 2009
 A couple of weeks ago, we debuted the latest single by Vancouver rapper Kanabliss. I'm talking about the track "Top Down", which featured Cali's own Kurupt and producer extraordinaire Fingazz. As promised, Kanabliss followed up the track with the official video to "Top Down", which we have available for you to check out below:
Kanabliss - Top Down (ft. Kurupt & Fingazz) (Video)
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.......................................................................................... New Damani - Wus Hood (Prod. by Ro Blvd) (Audio) - By : Nima - August 31, 2009
 The homie from Inglewood Damani just sent over a new track of his to get out there. We realize you haven't been getting too much new music from Damani in the last couple of weeks, but that's because he's been overseas, travelling all over Europe.
Incase you haven't heard his latest single "I'm Just Ballin'", featuring Musiq Soulchild, make sure to do so. This is all building up towards the release of Damani's upcoming mixtape "On Vacation From Vacation" with DJ Backside on September 18th.
For now, check out "Wus Hood", produced by Ro Blvd below:
Damani - Wus HoodDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Kurupt & Roscoe - "Tha Tekneek Files" - September 22nd - By : Nima - August 31, 2009
 Long time Dogg Pound and Kurupt producer, Philly native Tekneek, has announced an upcoming project by Kurupt & Roscoe called "Tha Tekneek Files" on September 22nd. The album will be entirely produced by Tekneek and feature guest appearances from Freeway, Daz, Gillie Da Kid, Jayo Felony, Sandman and more.
Known for his skills both behind the boards and on the mic, Tekneek has worked in the past with Havoc, Cypress Hill, Busta Rhymes, 40 Glocc, Chamillionaire, Bubba Sparxxx, Killah Priest.
Tekneek has also provided music for MTV's "Making The Band" with Diddy and was formerly a member of the group Tangled Thoughts, who released the critically acclaimed album "Philly 2 Cali" with Kurupt in 2007.
We have two preview tracks off "Tha Tekneek Files" album, the first one features only Kurupt and Freeway, while the second one, a remix to "Tha House", features Kurupt, Roscoe, Gillie Da Kid, Reed Dollaz and Tekneek himself:
Kurupt - Check, Check (ft. Freeway)
Kurupt & Roscoe - Tha House (Remix) (ft. Tekneek, Reed Dollaz & Gillie Da Kid)
More news on this project soon!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Snoop Dogg - "That's Da Homie" (Audio) - By : Nima - August 31, 2009
 A new Snoop Dogg record has leaked, off his upcoming solo album "Malice In Wonderland". While details on the album have been scarce, it has been said that Snoop once again recruited ghost writers to assist him and collaborated with Soulja Boy, Jazmine Sullivan and R. Kelly amongst others.
This new track is called "That's Da Homie" and was produced by Danja. This is a very southern influenced track, to the dismay of many fans online, but you never know what a Snoop Dogg album is gonna sound like until you hear the final product. Until then, check out "That's Da Homie" below:
Snoop Dogg - That's Da Homie (Prod. by Danja)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Last Two Horse Shoe G.A.N.G. Weekly Freestyles (Audio) - By : Nima - August 31, 2009
 The Horse Shoe G.A.N.G.'s weekly freestyles have been receiving great feedback online, but as the month of August is over, so is the series - sadly. However, as a bonus for the fans, this week they dropped 2 freestyle tracks.
The first one is called "Ride With Me", and the second one is my personal favorite of the series, "Spit That Shit". On this one, the Horse Shoe Gang gives it up to Michael Jackson and covers his timeless classic "Dirty Diana". Check both of the tracks out below:
Horse Shoe Gang - Ride With Me
Horse Shoe Gang - Spit That Shit
Check back with us soon for our video interview with the Horse Shoe Gang!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Jay Rock's 30 Days Takeover: Day 23 - Day 26 (Audio) - By : Nima - August 31, 2009
 Jay Rock's 30 Days Takeover is slowly but surely getting to its end. Today is the 26th day of the series, and we're back with the past four tracks for you to download:
Jay Rock - I Know (ft. K.Dot & Ab-Soul)
Jay Rock - I'm So Loaded
Jay Rock - I'm Official
Jay Rock - Street LifeDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Music From Chace Infinite's "I Woulda Killed This" - By : Nima - August 31, 2009
 Back in June it was announced that the rapping half of Self Scientific, Chace Infinite, was planning on dropping a new mixtape called "I Woulda Killed This", on which he raps over a selection of tracks that his partner DJ Khalil produced for other artists in the last few years. Looking at Khalil's recent track record, Chace had more than enough heaters to choose from!
The first track that was leaked was called "Know It's My Year" and had him rapping over The Clipse's "Kinda Like A Big Deal". We've just received the latest leak, "The Path", over the original version of 50 Cent's "I'll Still Kill".
Before the song featured 50 Cent with Akon on the hook, it had Bishop Lamont rapping on it with Kobe on the hook. Chace rips the OG version, keeping Kobe's hook, which in my opinion smashes the final Akon version. Check it out below:
Chace Infinite - The Path
More news soon!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Music From The Bay Area's Prophet (DJ Skee) - By : Nima - August 31, 2009
 The Bay Area's Prophet has been a fixture on dubcnn ever since we launched back in 2002 and Proph dropped his debut album "Block Venom". Since then, he's come a long way, networking his way to the top, and as of late you've seen his name pop up alongside DJ Skee's quite often.
Prophet, Six Reasons and the producers Deep H2oz are currently getting ready to drop a mixtape called "Semper Somnio" which DJ Skee will be dropping in September. We have two preview tracks for ya'll to check out below:
Prophet - Air It Out
Prophet - Hustle Some Things (ft. Six Reasons)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Annimean - I Don't Play (ft. Roccett) (Prod. by Dae One) - By : Nima - August 29, 2009
 A couple of weeks ago, we introduced you to Annimean through his song "Streets Is Real", and he's just sent over a new heater. On this one, he hooked up with Roccett and Dae One for a record titled "I Don't Play":
Annimean - I Don't Play (ft. Roccett) (Prod. by Dae One)
Look out for a video coming soon. This is off "The Freeway Series Vol. 2" mixtape by DJ Clean.
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.......................................................................................... Interview With Danny Boy & Ill Bill of La Coka Nostra - By : Jose - August 28, 2009
 Dubcnn had the opportunity to hang out with 2 of the 5 members of La Coka Nostra (Danny Boy and Ill Bill) backstage at Rock the Bells in San Bernandino for this behind the scenes interview.
Hot off the release of their debut full length album "A Brand You Can Trust", the guys discuss with us the challenges in creating a hip-hop collective group, their fans, and their non-LCN related ventures.
Dubcnn Exclusive video interview with Danny Boy and Ill Bill of La Coka Nostra (Video/Text)
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more on La Coka Nostra and the rest of the Uncle Howie/Suburban Noize family.
Make sure you grab a copy of A Brand You Can Trust today.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Nipsey Hussle & Snoop Dogg Live The "Gangsta's Life" - By : Nima - August 27, 2009
 We know you've been waiting for the West Coast's young gunner Nipsey Hussle to hook up with the Boss himself, Snoop Dogg to really make their connection official. You had seen Snoop co-signing Nipsey in different interviews before, but this right here is what it is.
Nipsey and Snoop came together for a track called "Gangsta's Life". According to the good people at 2dopeboyz.com, this is set to appear on "their" upcoming mixtape? Sounds interesting. One thing is for sure, Nipsey motivated Snoop enough to drop what might be his best verse in a minute.
Check out "Gangsta's Life" below:
Nipsey Hussle - Gangsta's Life (ft. Snoop Dogg)
In related news, Nipsey Hussle will be having an in-store signing at Regal Tenant in Los Angeles on Pico Blvd on September 12th from 1pm-3pm, with DJ Nik Bean amongst others spinning on the 1's and 2's. For the full info, check out the flyer by clicking here.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Jay Rock's "30 Days Takeover" Wrap-Up - Day 13-22 - By : Nima - August 27, 2009
I'm sure most of you have been following Jay Rock's online 30 Day Takeover. Dubcnn has been a little behind with the last drops, so what we're doing now is a wrap-up, bringing you Days 13 to 22 all at once. The series has seen Jay Rock drop a new song every day, with features including G. Malone and the Top Dawg fam: K.Dot, Ab-Soul, Schoolboy Q.
So before the series goes into its last week, go ahead and check out the last 10 days, incase you missed them. Jay Rock also dropped a nice video to "Dollars And Sense" featuring G. Malone, you can watch that by clicking here.
Jay Rock - Full Time Gangsta (ft. K.Dot) (Prod. by Fredwreck)
Jay Rock - Never Coming Home
Jay Rock - Successful (Remix)
Jay Rock - I Do It For Hip-Hop (ft. K.Dot, Ab-Soul & Schoolboy Q)
Jay Rock - Frontline (ft. J.Black) (Prod. by Siege)
Jay Rock - What's My Name (ft. Lindsay)
Jay Rock - Conglomerate
Jay Rock - 12 O'Clock
Jay Rock - Niggas Mad Cause I Can Rap (ft. K.Dot)
Jay Rock - Change Gone Come (ft. KK)
Enjoy!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Music From One-2 With Kobe / Mikkey Halsted - By : Nima - August 27, 2009
 Treacherous Records rapper One-2 has been a dubcnn fixture ever since his first mixtape, "High School Dropout", back in 2005. Since then, he's released the follow up mixtapes "New Day, New Money" and "Uno", further solidifying his position as a West Coast top spitter.
He's currently wrapping up his upcoming EP, which will be entirely produced by Treacherous' in-house producer Komplex. As a taste of what to expect on the EP, two new One-2/Komplex collaborations have been leaked, one featuring the talented hook-master Kobe, and the other with Mikkey Halsted.
Check them out below:
One-2 - U Don't Want It (ft. Kobe) (Prod. by Komplex)
One-2 - Bang On 'Em (ft. Mickey Halsted) (Prod. by Komplex)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Horse Shoe Weekly: "4 Headed Monsters" (Audio) - By : Nima - August 27, 2009
First off, appologies for not dropping the promised Horse Shoe Gang interview yet. I've been swamped the past few weeks and haven't able to take care of everything that I needed to. However, the interview is still coming, and to hold off until it's time, we have a brand new Horse Shoe Weekly freestyle for ya'll. This time around, they jumped on Slaughterhouse's "Onslaught" instrumental, showing why they too, are a 4-headed monster:
Horse Shoe Gang - 4 Headed MonsterDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Ras Kass Ft. Killah Priest - "Milli Vanilli" (Audio) - By : Nima - August 27, 2009
 We're back with a new Ras Kass joint off his "Quarterly" mixtape. Since his release from prison a few months ago, Rasy has been going hard networking and recording new music and getting it out to the fans.
Today's track is called "Milli Vanilli" and finds Ras Kass linking up with fellow Horsemen Killah Priest. Make sure to check it out below:
Ras Kass - Milli Vanilli (ft. Killah Priest)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Nipsey Hussle Single "Hussle Is My Last Name" (Audio) - By : Nima - August 25, 2009
The release of Nipsey Hussle's debut album "South Central State Of Mind" is approaching. The album is set to drop in December, and after the release of the final "Bullets" mixtape, "Bullets Ain't Got No Name Vol. 3", we have now released the first official leak off the record.
The track is called "Hussle Is My Last Name", listen below:
Nipsey Hussle - Hussle Is My Last Name
Another track that has been buzzing online is Nipsey's collaboration with Drake called "Killer". The 1500 Or Nothin' produced track is set to appear on Drake's album, but word is the two recorded another one for Nipsey's record as well. If you haven't heard it, check out "Killer" below:
Drake - Killer (ft. Nipsey Hussle)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Mykestro - "2Thousand And Now" Prod. by THX (Audio) - By : Nima - August 25, 2009
 Here's another one that slipped between the cracks! One of the West Coast's hottest up and coming spitters, Mykestro, has leaked some new crack called "2Thousand And Now", over a THX beat.
Check it out below:
Mykestro - 2Thousand And Now (Prod. by THX)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Mr. Capone-E & Snoop Dogg "Light My Fire" (Video) - By : LilJay - August 25, 2009
 As we've been reporting the last few weeks, Mr. Capone-E is releasing his anticipated new album "Diary Of A G" today. Yesterday we brought you one last leak from the album, which was the song "Three of the Best From the West" featuring Snoop Dogg and The Game.
Today we got the brand new video of the lead single "Light My Fire" featuring Snoop Dogg. The track has been blowing up on West Coast radio stations in the last few months, so we're happy to finally bring you the visual to the audio.
Mr. Capone-E - Light My Fire (Feat. Snoop Dogg) (Video)
The album is now available on iTunes and your local record store. Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Down aka Kilo Is A "Certified Boss" With DJ Quik (Audio) - By : Nima - August 24, 2009
 Onxard, Ca, rapper Down aka Kilo is going to be releasing his new album „Cholo Skate“ on September 1st, 2009. A few weeks ago, the single “Put Your Locs On” featuring Jah Free was released, to which we have the video for you today. But first, here is a new leak off the record called “Certified Boss”, on which Down teams up with West Coast legend DJ Quik as well as Konvict Muzik artist Detail.
Down aka Kilo - Certified Boss (ft. DJ Quik & Detail)
For his new album “Cholo Skate,” Down once again enlists an all-star cast of guests: Snoop Dogg, Too Short, DJ Quik, Bo-Roc, and even the late great 2Pac. The album also boasts production from super producer Fingazz, known for his futuristic sound mixed in with old school funk. Additional production was provided by Konvict Muzik signee Detail.
We also have the video to the single "Put Your Locs On", check it out:
Down aka Kilo - Put Your Locs On (ft. Jah Free) (Video)
In addition to that, Down has also taken on the role of Executive Producer and star in the urban-comedy film “Lean Like a Cholo” based on the rap song, to be directed by Demetrius Navarro.
“Lean Like a Cholo,” the film, boasts a multi-ethnic cast that includes, Chino XL (Gang Warz), Latin sexy siren Vida Guerra, film vet John Amos (Coming to America), Tiny Lister, Emilio Rivera, music artist Big Tank and Valente Rodriguez (Ernie Cardenas,The George Lopez show).
Down's album "Cholo Skate" drops on September 1st!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Mr. Silky Slim Brings You The "10 Pimp Commandments" - By : Nima - August 24, 2009
 Earlier this month we dropped a joint by an artist called Mr. Silky Slim out of Los Angeles, to whom I was introduced through L.A.'s mixtape king, DJ Nik Bean. I'm talking about the track "Green Light, with G. Malone.
Nik Bean just sent over a new jont from Mr. Silky Slim called "The 10 Pimp Commandments", and the track is exactly what it sounds like. Slim reached out to the one and only Pomona Pimpin' Young to come bless him with some game on the track, so for all you aspiring pimps, check out the commandments below:
Mr. Silky Slim - The 10 Pimp Commandments (ft. Pimpin' Young) (Prod. by BH Da Great)
This is off Slim's upcoming mixtape with DJ Nik Bean, "Cash Me Out Vol. 1".Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Mr. Capone-E Ft. Snoop Dogg & The Game (Audio) - By : Nima - August 24, 2009
Mr. Capone-E anticipated album "Diary Of A G" is hitting stores tomorrow, August 25th! A few weeks ago dubcnn brought you the lead single "Light My Fire" featuring Snoop Dogg, which you can check out by clicking here if you missed it.
We have another leak off the album for ya'll before you go cop it tomorrow. On this one, Mr. Capone-E once again links up with Snoop Dogg, but also enlists The Game to come join him on "Best From The West". Mr. Capone-E, Snoop Dogg and The Game on the same tracK? Check it out below:
Mr. Capone-E - Best From The West (ft. Snoop Dogg & The Game)
"Diary Of A G" drops tomorrow, you can cop it on iTunes. Also look out for the video to "Light My Fire" with Snoop Dogg!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... RBX (feat. C.C.G.) Saturday (Audio) - By : Jose - August 20, 2009
 As promised we now have the fourth track in a series of tracks off RBX's recently released mixtape "X2 The Digital Kush".
"The Narrator" is preparing the world for the release of his his full length album project tentatively titled "The Unanimous Project". Today's track is the second featuring an appearance from C.C.G..
RBX - Saturday (Featuring C.C.G.)
Also make sure you check the video interview we did with him not too long ago. In it X talks about his views on the state of the game and the different path his career has taken him.
Dubcnn Exclusive interview with legendary West Coast veteran RBX "The Narrator"
Grab a copy of RBX's mixtape "X2 The Digital Kush", and stay tuned to Dubcnn for more updates regarding his full length project. Shouts out to Eddie at Napsac Entertainment and Apparel. Be sure to check Napsac out at the Streetlow Magazine 2009 Car Show and after party at the Pressbox in Anaheim.
Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive Interview with J-Rich - By : Jonathan - August 19, 2009
 With a drug addicted mother and brother doing jail time for allegedly murdering the killer of Bay Area legend Mac Dre, J-Rich is no stranger to pain and the struggle. In the 80’s while, Rich’s mother fell victim to the ongoing crack epidemic, J-Rich was a young teen hustling in order to survive.
Coming through in expensive cars at the age of 13, J-Rich earned his stage name from his friends, due to the lavish lifestyle he was already living. Drop top cars hid the pain of a young child who had a mother who couldn’t kick her crack addiction.
Now a successful CEO, artist and all-around businessman, J-Rich is using the independent hustle lessons, his native Bay Area taught him. Dubcnn sits down with J-Rich for this exclusive interview as he is currently working on his “Independently Major” album, with three singles and music videos afloat -- including a video from West Coast’s very own director, McKinley Presents.
Exclusive J-Rich InterviewDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Nipsey Hussle Mixtape Party Coverage/Interviews (Video) - By : Jose - August 19, 2009
 Dubcnn recently attended the release party for Nipsey Hussle's "Bullets Ain't Got No Name Vol. 3 Mixtape" held at Club Mood in Hollywood. We had the opportunity to speak with Nipsey supporters Jayo Felony, Mann, and his manager Big U. We also have exclusive footage of Nipsey from the week of the Bet Awards. Shout outs to hip-hop photographer Ray at Dhark Knight Imaging for hooking us up with the Bet event footage.
Watch - Dubcnn's Nipsey Hussle Mixtape Release Party CoverageDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Dubcnn Rock the Bells Coverage: Tech N9ne Live (Video) - By : Jose - August 19, 2009
 Dubcnn had the opportunity to get this exclusive footage of Tech N9ne at the recent LA date of Rock the Bells.
Watch Tech N9ne perform at Rock the Bells in San Bernandino.
Check back for more Rock the Bells coverage from Dubcnn, your source for everything West Coast and hip-hop.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... "Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind - Canada Edition" Is Here - By : Rud - August 18, 2009
 As promised 8 days ago right here on Dubcnn, today is the day when Shade Sheist releases the long awaited follow up project to Shade Sheist - Out of Sight Out of Mind: USA Edition that featured artists and producers such as Keyshia Cole, Nate Dogg, Lil Kim, Missy Elliot, T-Pain, Eddie Kane Jr, LeMarvin, Damizza, Bishop Lamont, Stat Quo, Focus, Cadillac Tah, Krayzie Bone, Jayo Felony, Knoc-Turn'Al, N.U.N.E., Nitty Black, Roscoe, Tri-Star, Ne-Yo, Bigg Steele, Teddy Riley, BlackStreet, Mariah Carey, Irv Gotti and Dr. Dre.
The new project, "Out of Sight Out of Mind: Canada Edition" is now available exclusively on Dubcnn for both free download and in our streaming audio players. Savvy Dubcnn visitors who are also members of our forums will already have seen the release has been available since midnight - around the same time as Shade Sheist was announcing it on the newly re-broadcasting K-Day!
"Out of Sight Out of Mind: Canada Edition" co-stars N.U.N.E., Roscoe, Kurupt and Young Assassins as well as featuring vocals from Bone Thugs, Above The Law, Heather Hunter, Mariah Carey and Prince. The single, 1 Day I Was Chillin produced by Disko has been receiving great reviews and this mixtape is sure to evoke the same responses.
Shade Sheist - Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind - Canada Edition (Free Download)
Shade Sheist - Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind - Canada Edition (Streaming Audio)
Download or stream the project now and enjoy the new music! Take some time to drop feeback on our forums as well as paying a visit to PutYourselfOut. Stay tuned to Dubcnn over the coming weeks as Shade Sheist gears up to the release of his "Movin Units" album, due in December, with the October release of his new single!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Jay Rock Takeover Day 12: Poppin That Hammer - By : Mil - August 18, 2009
 Apologies for the delay in bringing you the latest edition of Jay Rock's 30 Day Takeover. We've reached Day 12 and this one is called "Poppin That Hammer".
Jay Rock - Poppin That Hammer
If you have missed any of the releases click here for the full archive and daily updated index of this new series.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive Interview with Flo-Rida! - By : Yash - August 17, 2009
 Dubcnn's new reporter; Handan Yousef, recently caught up with Flo-Rida at a club in Sweden for a brief interview to discuss his sophomore album "R.O.O.T.S"!
The album was released earlier this year and spawned the record breaking single "Right Round." In this interview we get the details on the album, find out his early influences and discover what led him into Hip-Hop and kept him motivated to chase success. He also reaches out to Daz & Kurupt ;saying he wants to work with the DPG in the future.
Click here to read this exclusive interview!
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more exclusive interviews later during the week! Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive Video Interview With Crooked I! - By : Nima - August 17, 2009
 Dubcnn sat down with Crooked I just a few days before the Slaughterhouse album dropped on August 11th. In this in-depth and personal video interview, Crooked talks to us about the making of the Slaughterhouse album, his favourite songs on the album and why Pharaoh Monch didn't drop a full verse.
We then speak on his EP "Pig Face Weapon Waist", why it was pushed to September and how him and Snoop Dogg ended up squashing their beef and recording a song for the EP. He also talks about the Raekwon feature on the LP, on a song with EDI of the Outlawz.
Crooked also sends out a message to Tray Deee, who is currently imprisoned. We end off the interview by confronting Crooked about his misspelt Slaughterhouse tattoo, which he takes with humor. Read or watch all of that below:
Exclusive Interview With Crooked I (Video/Text) (August '09)
Editor's Note: This interview was conducted a few days before the Slaughterhouse album release, meaning that the Rock The Bells incident between Raekwon and Joe Budden had not taken place yet.
As a bonus, we have the latest Horse Shoe Gang weekly freestyle for ya'll to check out. This one is called "Boi" and features Joell Ortiz on the intro:
Horse Shoe Gang - Boi
Look out for dubcnn's Horse Shoe Gang interview dropping soon!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Remembering Big Punisher: Ten Years On - By : Chad - August 17, 2009
 The Legacy: The Best of Big Pun (Music From The Film) – The Soundtrack CD released September 15th on Loud/Columbia/Legacy, the same date as Big Pun: The Legacy - - the 93-minute documentary DVD Released by CZAR//Vivendi/Universal.
“Big Pun accomplished his goal by becoming the first Latino hip-hop artist to sell a million records. He was nominated for a Grammy after the release of his classic album Capital Punishment and earned respect from virtually everyone in the industry, appearing on tracks with Jennifer Lopez, Monica, Nas, Raekwon, Marc Anthony, Incubus and many more... Who knows how much more Pun would’ve accomplished and where his music would’ve taken him if it weren’t for his untimely death.” –Vlad Yudin, director of Big Pun: The Legacy, from his liner notes to The Legacy: The Best Of Big Pun (Music From The Film).
The all-too-brief big time recording career of South Bronx Latino hip-hop superhero Big Punisher (Christopher Rios, 1971-2000) began on the mixtape scene in 1995, when he joined his friend and patron Fat Joe on a handful of freestyle joints – and came to its sudden end five years later on February 7, 2000, when Pun succumbed to a heart attack (brought on by his 300-400 pounds girth), just two months before the release of his second album in April, Yeeeah Baby.
During those five years however, no rapper reigned more supreme than Big Pun, who enjoyed the distinction of being the first Latino hip-hop artist to reach the RIAA platinum certification plateau (with his debut album, 1998’s Capital Punishment). In addition to his own releases, Pun was in constant demand and appeared on sides with (to name a few) Fat Joe (and other members of Joe’s Terror Squad Entertainment crew), The Beatnuts, Kool G Rap, and KRS-One, and of course Jennifer Lopez, whose Epic single “Feelin’ So Good” (with Big Pun and Fat Joe) was issued the week before Pun’s death.
In loving tribute to Pun – as the 10th anniversary of his death approaches next year – filmmaker Vlad Yudin has directed a 93-minute documentary feature on his life, Big Pun: The Legacy. The Vladar Company with Czar Productions will release the DVD of the film on September 15th, distributed by Vivendi Universal (a division of the Universal Music Group, UMG) and Polychrome Pictures.
On the same day (September 15th), the soundtrack CD - - The Legacy: The Best of Big Pun (Music From The Film) will be available at all physical and digital retail outlets through Columbia/Legacy, a division of Sony Music Entertainment.
In addition to a never-before-released track by Pun, “BX NI**AZ,” the DVD of The Legacy also contains a number of bonus features. These include an exclusive interview with Big Pun himself; deleted scenes (with XZIBIT, Raekwon, and Snoop Dog); outtakes (with Swizz Beats, Method Man and Redman, Jim Jones, and Keith Murray); and a “Making of the Film” segment (featuring interviews with director Yudin, producer Ed Mejia, Jose Aguilar and cinematographer Vitaly Acosta).
THE LEGACY soundtrack follows the film’s direction and incorporates spoken word tracks along the way.
Check out the Dubcnn Exclusive Video Interview with the Producer and Director of Big Pun: The Legacy.
Also, check out the Official Trailer of Big Pun: The Legacy:
Big Pun: The Legacy Trailer
Make sure you pick up both the DVD & CD September 15th!!!
Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Bailey Links Up With Ya Boy For "Stash" (Video) - By : Nima - August 17, 2009
 The homie Digital Product just sent over a new video that he directed for Bay Area rappers Bailey and Ya Boy. This is one of them gutter street videos you see a lot these days, if you're a fan of either of these two artists, check out the "Stash" video below:
Bailey - Stash (ft. Ya Boy)
Also make sure to check out Bailey's current single "Buzz'n" featuring J. Valentine on his MySpace page.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... The Undergodz (Keith Murray & Canibus) With Crooked I! - By : Nima - August 17, 2009
 The Undergodz is a new group consisting of East Coast lyrical beats Canibus & Keith Murray. The duo came together for an upcoming album, and we've just received a leak off the record.
They linked up with the West Coast's Crooked I for some lyrical homocide, check out "Show And Tell" below:
The Undergodz (Keith Murray & Canibus) - Show And Tell (ft. Crooked I)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Jay Rock Takeover Day 11: How You Do That There - By : Mil - August 16, 2009
The following for this "30 Day Takeover" continues to grow with every new day and every song that accompanies it, if you have missed any of the releases click here for the full archive and daily updated index of this new series.
Day 11 is in and as usual we have it below for streaming and/or download! Its a Jay Rock solo and the mellow beat allows for his vocals to take center stage as he delivers some scathing bars.
Jay Rock - How You Do That There
Have your say on the 30 Days Takeover by stopping by the forums with your views.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Roccett Music Video "Im Getting Money/Bang Dat" - By : Mil - August 16, 2009
 Back in June Roccett & DJ Scream released their Another Day Another Dollar mixtape for free download right here on Dubcnn.
Fans of the mixtape will remember the song Im Getting Money which was one of the standout songs from the project. Roccett shot a video for that and also another song Bang Dat. It can be viewed by following the link below.
Roccett - Im Getting Money/Bang Dat (Video)
Be sure to check out Roccett on his website iamRoccett.com.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Yukmouth - Da Town / West Coast Geez (Video) - By : Jose - August 15, 2009
 Yukmouth's album "The West Coast Don" has been out for approximately a month and the West Coast veteran shows no signs of slowing down. Since that first update we have dropped new music including I'm A Gangsta with Ray J & Crooked I, Sum Dem Murder featuring The Regime, and his video teaser/commercial for the album.
Yukmouth stays representing Oakland and The Bay and has recently released a new video for his album "The West Coast Don" for his fans, you can watch it below:
Yukmouth - Da Town (Feat. Chop Black)/West Coast Geez (Video)
Grab a copy of "The West Coast Don", in stores now, and stay tuned for more updates regarding Yukmouth, Smokealot Records and The Regime. Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Balance Ft. Freeway & Jay Rock - We All In (Audio) - By : Nima - August 15, 2009
 The release of Balance and Big Rich's upcoming collaboration album "Good As $" is getting closer. Last week, dubcnn dropped a new joint off the record called "On My Shit", which featured Glasses Malone, and now Balance has sent over a brand new leak off the album.
This one features Balance, Philly's own Freeway and Watts Finest Jay Rock. The track is called "We All In", grab it below:
Balance - We All In (ft. Freeway & Jay Rock) (Prod. by Traklordz)
"Good As $" in stores September 25th!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Jay Rock Takeover Day 10: Birthday Sex - By : Mil - August 15, 2009
Day 9 of Jay Rock's 30 Days Takeover series saw the release of Play This On The Radio which features fellow Top Dawg artist Ab-Soul
Day 10 is here! He's hit the one third mark and showing no signs of slowing down. Check out Birthday Sex below!
Jay Rock - Birthday Sex
The takeover continues tomorrow, stay tuned! Once again, click here for the full archive and daily updated index of this new series.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Jay Rock Takeover Day 9: Play This On The Radio - By : Mil - August 14, 2009
Day 8 of Jay Rock's 30 Days Takeover series saw the release of a collaborative effort with Blu Division rapper Glasses Malone titled Dollars Make Sense.
Day 9 has just been sent to us, and this one features fellow Top Dawg artist Ab-Soul. The song is called Play This On The Radio, check it out below.
Jay Rock - Play This On The Radio (Feat. Ab-Soul)
Check back with us regularly to get your daily fix of Jay Rock music! Once again, click here for the full archive and daily updated index of this new series.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive Video Interview With Locksmith - By : Nima - August 14, 2009
 Dubcnn linked up with Bay Area rapper Locksmith, one half of the group Frontline, in Oakland for an exclusive video interview. Lock talks to us about his latest video "Rare Form" with E-A-Ski, what made him say the Kanye West line, and why we haven't heard more music from him and the rest of the IMGMI camp lately.
We also talk about his success battle rapping on Grind Time, E-A-Ski's upcoming album "The 5th Of Skithoven", and why he never rode the Hyphy wave. Hear about all that and much more in this inteview.
Watch or read the interview below:
Exclusive Video Interview With Locksmith (August '09)
Incase you missed it, check out Locksmith's latest video to "Rare Form" below:
Locksmith - Rare Form (Video)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Perfecto Ft. K-Active & El Prez - "Manchester" (Audio) - By : Nima - August 13, 2009
 You might remember the rapper Perfecto "The Voice Of Inglewood" from being featured on dubcnn last year with his "Governmant Assistance" series. We've just received an update on him, regarding his new mixtape. He's linked up with DJ Nik Bean and DJ Qwesscoast to release a new tape called "The Rampart Scandal. We have been sent a first leak off the mixtape called "Manchester", which features K-Active and El Prez:
Perfecto - Manchester (ft. K-Active & El Prez)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... The Game & Ludacris Collaborate On "Go Ahead" - By : Nima - August 13, 2009
 A new collaboration track by The Game and Ludacris has leaked to the internet. This is a track intended for The Game's upcoming solo album "The R.E.D. Album", was produced by Scott Storch and is called "Go Ahead".
Not much else to say about the track, go ahead and check it out below:
The Game - Go Ahead (ft. Ludacris) (Prod. by Scott Storch)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Kanabliss Ft. Kurupt & Fingazz - "Top Down" (Audio) - By : Nima - August 13, 2009
It's been three years, since Vancouver recording artist Kanabliss has been featured on dubcnn. You might remember his video "U Don't Wanna Fuck With Us", which featured Daz and Kurupt.
We've just received a new joint from him that he's throwing out just in time for the summertime, on which he linked up once again with Kurupt, as well as super-producer Fingazz, who also drops one of his smooth vocoder hooks. The result is a track called "Top Down", to which a video has been shot as well and should be dropping soon. For now, go ahead and download the song below:
Kanabliss - Top Down (ft. Kurupt & Fingazz)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Soul Assassins Ft. Cynic - "World We're In" (Video) - By : Nima - August 13, 2009
 The Soul Assassins album that DJ Muggs released on June 23rd has been very well received by the fans, so it was only right for them to bring them another visual off "Soul Assassins: Intermission" album. After the "Classical" video with Evidence and Sick Jacken and the "Figure It Out" video with Young De, Xzibit & Mykestro, we have now received the video to "World We're In", which features Cynic.
Cynic handles both the vocals and the production on the track. The video was directed by Shan Baidwan, who does a great job at bringing this track to life.
Make sure to watch "World We're In" below:
Soul Assassins Ft. Cynic - World We're In (Video)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Jay Rock Day 8: Dollars Make Sense Ft. G. Malone - By : Nima - August 13, 2009
After we dropped the dubcnn exclusive video to Jay Rock's "Mandatory" yesterday, we're back with the regularly scheduled program of Jay Rock's 30 Days Takeover.
Today is Day 8, and Jay reached out to fellow Watts raper Glasses Malone to jump on a track called "Dollars Make Sense":
Jay Rock - Dollars Make Sense (ft. G. Malone)
Once again, click here for the full archive and daily updated index of this new series.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive Interview With Brandon Schultz (BLOKHEDZ) - By : Chad - August 13, 2009
 Considered the least bankable of hip-hop’s four elements, hip-hop graffiti is also the least respected by law, being the only one of the four elements you can be prosecuted for if caught in the act, and in some cases it’s a federal offense. Today aerosol art continues to survive in the urban underground scene and the fashion world, while also quietly maintaining an unrealized presence in modern comic books and graphic novels. Check out the obvious graffiti styles of Humberto Ramos and Lesean Thomas for reference.
In 2009, with the introduction of Imajimation Studios The BLOKHEDZ, hip-hop illustration finally gets some way over due props. The animated project was originally introduced as a comic book in 2004, as a gritty urban tale that takes place in Empire City, a megapolis described as “New York City on steroids”. The main character is a (gifted) chosen emcee named Blak (voiced by Talib Kweli). Blak’s supernatural rhyme skills give him the ability to control minds. His power is also realized in the visual spectrum by powerful blasts of stylized graffiti, that idea alone should be a revelation for true hip-hop graffiti heads. With it’s tight animation and up tempo action scenes, The BLOKHEDZ could be the beginning of a new and exciting trend in the hip-hop movement. The technique of using hip-hop styled art and music together, to tell dramatic and thought provoking stories, while also being realized as a new profit model. While The BLOKHEDZ project isn’t the first of it’s kind, it is the fist pure hip-hop animation project positioned for a world wide audience. Now please without further ado, check out the trailer:
BLOKHEDZ Trailer
Chad Kiser and guest contributor Norff Wess sat down with Brandon Schultz, who is the creative director of Imajimation Studios, and one of the main conceptualists behind the innovative comic book to the animated webisode series The BLOKHEDZ. You can check The BLOKHEDZ 24-7 at www.missiong.com. Also for more information go to www.BLOKHEDZ.tv.
Exclusive Brandon Schultz Interview
You can also catch the video of DJ Khalil, Talib Kweli and Phil The Agony laying down vocals for the second act of the BLOKHEDZ animated series below:
DJ Khalil, Talib Kweli & Phil The Agony Working On The BLOKHEDZ
Stay tuned for more from Dubcnn, Norff Wess and Imajimation Studios!
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.......................................................................................... Focus Presents The Few - "Looky Looky" Ft. Chino XL - By : Nima - August 13, 2009
 Here is a joint that slipped through the cracks last week. Former Aftermath producer Focus, formerly known Focus... and now going by TheRealFocus, has put together a new group under his a.Fam Ent label.
The group is called The Few and consists of TheRealFocus himself, along with his protégés Kida and Al Gator, who both have been featured on dubcnn before. The trio leaked their first track last week, a collaboration with Chino XL called "Looky Looky". Check it out:
The Few (TheRealFocus, Kida & Al Gator) - Looky Lookyy (ft. Chino XL) (Prod. by TheRealFocus)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive Jay Rock - "Mandatory" Video + Takeover Day 7 - By : Nima - August 12, 2009
As promised, dubcnn is back with a video world premiere from Jay Rock! While the Watts emcee has been buzzing online with his "30 Days Takeover", during which he's releasing a new song everyday, he's also dropping a couple of videos.
You won't see this video anywhere else but on dubcnn, and if you do, you'll know where they got it from! This is the video to "Mandatory", the Day 6 track of Jay Rock's Takeover, which we dropped yesterday. The track features fellow Top Dawg Ent artists K.Dot and Ab-Soul, make sure to check out the video:
Jay Rock - Mandatory (ft. K.Dot & Ab-Soul) (Video)
While we're at it, here is also Day 7 of Jay Rock's Takeover series. This one is called "TDE Roll Call" and features K.Dot, Ab-Soul & Schoolboy Q. Download below:
Jay Rock - TDE Roll Call (ft. K.Dot, Ab-Soul & Schoolboy Q) (Day 7)
Once again, click here for the full archive and daily updated index of this new series.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Crooked I, One-2 & Mykestro Are "3 Emcees" (Audio) - By : Nima - August 12, 2009
 We have a brand new track for ya'll today by three of the West Coast's top spitters: Crooked I, One-2 and Mykestro. This trio comes together on a track with the fitting title "3 Emcees", produced by Treacherous Records' beat monster Komplex.
The reason for this collaboration: "Mick's Tape". Mick's Tape is the side project of Mickey from Treacherous Records, on which he has been working since late 2006. "This project is my vision for the New West Coast Hip-Hop scene and these artists and producers helpmed me bring it to life", Mickey says.
Features on "Mick's Tape", include Crooked I, One-2, K-Young, Knoc Turn'al, Ya Boy, Quiz , Horse Shoe Gang, Young Life, Mykestro, Jayo Felony, Sauce Da Boss, Sega, Young De, Ca$his, El Prez, Stacee Adamz and more, with production from Komplex, KG and MG.
Go 'head and listen to the first leak, "3 Emcees", below:
Crooked I, One-2 & Mykestro - 3 Emcees (Prod. by Komplex)
Look out for more news on "Mick's Tape" soon!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... 40 Glocc Drops New Video "Rappers Ain't Shit" - By : Nima - August 12, 2009
 40 Glocc keeps his name in people's mouths with new videos dropping, and knowing 40, you already know it's going to be controversial. We've been sent a new visual to the track "Rappers Ain't Shit", which is a cover of the classic "Bitches Ain't Shit" off "The Chronic". 40 enlists his Zoo Life artists Lil Boo, Village Boo and Sun to come rock with him on the track, on which they take shots at The Game, Lil Wayne and 2 Pistols. Watch "Rappers Ain't Shit" below:
40 Glocc - Rappers Ain't Shit (ft. Lil Boo, Village Boo & Sun) (Video)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Chop Black Ft. Yukmouth - Money 2 Earn (Video) - By : Nima - August 12, 2009
 Last month, dubcnn reintroduced you to Oakland rapper Chop Black, known as one half of the group The Whoridas and being the younger brother of Saafir. We brought you Chop Black's latest street slapper "Money 2 Earn (ft. Yukmouth)" and promised to bring you the video to the song as soon as it's released. Today is the day, we have just received the official "Money 2 Earn" video, watch it below:
Chop Black - Money 2 Earn (ft. Yukmouth) (Video)
Chop Black is currently working on his third solo album, entitled "Community Service". Look out for his upcoming single "One Of These Girls". coming soon.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive MC Ren - "Showtime" Off "Renincarnated" - By : Nima - August 12, 2009
 To end off the day, dubcnn is back with a world premiere for ya'll, straight from the Villain himself, MC Ren. Last month, we premiered the title track to his upcoming album, "Renincarnated", produced by Tha Chill of Compton's Most Wanted, and also dropped an exclusive interview with Ren.
Today we've received a new joint to throw out there, another Tha Chill production. This one is called "Showtime" and is another raw West Coast track that the old school heads should love.
Listen to it below (stream only for now):
MC Ren - Showtime (Prod. by Tha Chill)
Look out for the latest on MC Ren, right here on dubcnn.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Krondon - Devils Run (ft. Planet Asia & Bad Lucc) (Audio) - By : Nima - August 11, 2009
 We've just received a brand new banger off Strong Arm Steady's own Krondon's upcoming solo project "Let Him Live". After the fans embraced his previous leak, "Eyes On Me", which featured Chace Infinite and Curtains, I am sure that it will be no different with this one.
Krondon once again reached out to two excellent lyricists to come join him on a track, this time around it's Fresno's Planet Asia and the Watts Riot Bad Lucc. The trio spits over a Jack Spade production, and the result is a track called "Devils Run", which you can check out below:
Krondon - Devils Run (ft. Planet Asia & Bad Lucc)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Illmind Releases Remix Album For Free Download - By : LilJay - August 11, 2009
 Producer Illmind has just released his latest effort "The Official Illmind Remix Album", showcasing his production skills with 18 exclusive remixes featuring an eclectic array of artists from Common, 50 Cent, Jay-Z, The Roots, and Masta Ace to John Legend, Slum Village, and many more. Having DJ Icewater of The Pharcyde mix the project is just the icing on the cake!
Also included are four tracks from Illmind's group Fortilive, which also consists of Mushmouf and my boy Slo-Mo. Illmind premiers a series of exclusive tracks in anticipation of Fortilive's forthcoming 2010-scheduled debut album. If you've been living under a rock and you're still not familiar with Fortilive, check out this video of the group on The Wake Up Show from last year. It's some dope footage I found in the archives, they give a nice introduction and kick some freestyles.
Fortilive on the Wake Up Show
But back to the music: We have the album available for free download courtesy of the folks at Audible Treats.
Illmind - The Remix Album (Free Download)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Daz Dillinger Drops 2 New Videos Off "Public Enemiez" - By : Nima - August 11, 2009
 As we've been reporting for the last couple of weeks, Daz Dillinger's latest solo effort "Public Enemiez" dropped digitally today, August 11th. You can cop the album now on iTunes by clicking here. The phyiscal copies will be available on August 25th.
Daz just dropped two new videos from the album today, for the track "Life Stagez", which we premiered a few weeks ago, as well as for "Tear Drops", a smooth laid back track off the album. We have both videos available for you to check out, click below:
Daz Dillinger - Life Stagez (Video)
Daz Dillinger - Tear Drops (Video)
Support the Dogg Pound and cop "Public Enemiez" on iTunes by clicking here.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Jay Rock Takeover Day 6: "Mandatory" - By : Nima - August 11, 2009
We're back with Day 6 of Jay Rock's 30 Days Takeover! This time around the Watts emcee got his Top Dawg Ent homies K.Dot and Ab-Soul on the track with him. A video to the track has been shot and it will be on dubcnn exclusively tomorrow, so check back with us for that!
For now, check out the song:
Jay Rock - Mandatory (ft. K.Dot & Ab-Soul)
Once again, click here for the full archive and daily updated index of this new series.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Welcome To The "Slaughterhouse" (Review) - By : Conan - August 11, 2009
 Most of our readers will be aware of the significance of today. It's Slaugust 11th, and the debut album by Hip-Hop's Voltron crew Slaughterhouse is officially in stores! Together, Crooked I, Joe Budden, Joell Ortiz, and Royce Da 5' 9" have crafted what is surely one of the most anticipated Hip-Hop releases of recent memory.
To celebrate the albums release, Dubcnn has provided their own verdict on the fervently discussed LP. Needless to say, we were just as impressed as the fans.
"Slaughterhouse" receives the Dub Quotable: "An otherwise impeccable release; one that proves that Hip-Hop is not only alive, but as potent and inspiring as it has ever been. " To read more and discover the albums final rating, simply click the link below
Slaughterhouse - Slaughterhouse (Review)
For more recent reviews, take some time to check out and then bookmark our Review Section. Expect more to be added very soon.
Finally, we remind our readers that the Slaughterhouse album can now be purchased, both digitally and at retail. If you've enjoyed the groups output, be sure to show your support by picking up a copy.Discuss This Topic
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