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September 2010
 Dr. Dre Teams With LeBron James For PowerBeats - By : Chad - September 30, 2010
 Dr. Dre and new Miami Heat star LeBron James have teamed up to promote their new venture, LeBron's Power Beats headphones by Dr. Dre and Monster Cable.
James' headphones, which retails for $169.95 per-pair, are designed with the fitness enthusiast in mind.
"We worked with LeBron to make sure these would be the ultimate headphones for athletes. I'm always about the performance, the sound, and LeBron brought what he needed in terms of function to the table," Dr. Dre said of the headphones. "I've been wearing the prototype for PowerBeats in the gym every day for the last few months so I can honestly say they're the best headphones for working out."
According to LeBron James , music is an important part of his work-out routine because it helps him focus and ultimately, win.
"Music has always been an important part of my life and a crucial element of my training regime. It helps me achieve a higher level of focus that ultimately helps me win," LeBron stated. "I needed a headphone that would fit securely while working out, but it had to have the best sound quality. I know my friends and fellow professional athletes will love PowerBeats as much as I do."
Dr. Dre and LeBron are featured in a commercial advertising the new Power Beats headphone line, along with comedian Affion Crockett.
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.......................................................................................... The Third Leak From Glasses Malone's Drive By Musik - By : Mil - September 30, 2010
 Back again with this weeks fix of Glasses Malone with yet another leak from his "Drive-By Muzik" project. Already we've heard Still In The City & Respect Mah Gangsta.
This time we have "Son" produced by Fresh Off A Break Up. Its in keeping with the previous tracks and the general theme of "Drive-By Muzik", hardcore street music. Check it out below.
Glasses Malone - Son
Be sure to check out Glasses on the Independent Grind Tour with Jay Rock, E-40 & Tech N9ne when it stops near your town!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive Video Interview With Terrace Martin! - By : Nima - September 29, 2010
 Dubcnn had the opportunity to spend some time with Terrace Martin at his home studio to get the full scoop on his latest project "Here, My Dear", which dropped for free download on September 28th 2010.
In a hilarious interview, Terrace tells us about the making of the album, which was inspired by a dysfunctional relationship that he went through recently. He also explains what he means when he says that throwing up a W is irrelevant to him and that he is an advocate for everybody being their true selves.
Terrace tells us why Overdoz and Kendrick Lamar are the hottest artists from Los Angeles and compared Here, My Dear to his previous efforts. Watch or read all that and much more in this exclusive interview:
Exclusive Interview With Terrace Martin (Video/Text) (September 2010)
 Incase you missed the free download of Terrace Martin & Devi Dev's "Here, My Dear", which features Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, J. Black, Dom Kennedy, Problem, Kendrick Lamar, Wiz Khalifa, Charlie Wilson, Overdoz, U-N-I, Bad Lucc, Tee-Lee amongst others, grab it below:
Terrace Martin & Devi Dev Present "Here, My Dear" (Free Download)
Enjoy!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Crooked I's "Hip-Hop Weekly Reloaded" - Week Eight - By : Rud - September 29, 2010
 Week Eight is here which means its already two months since Crooked I "Reloaded" his Hip Hop Weekly series. Weeks one to seven have given us the back to back tracks Mass Appeal, Bang Yo City, Light Up, If It Ain't About Money, Talkin To Myself, Medicine and last weeks Blood On The Wall.
Having celebrated his birthday last week - congrats to Crook - he stepped in the booth for the last Hip-Hop Weekly of September and dropped a sizzler over Wiz Khalifa's record "Never Been."
Crooked I - Never Been
We will soon have the Hip Hop Weekly Reloaded archive page available on Dubcnn to mirror the first Hip Hop Weekly page, keep checking back!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... 8Ball & MJG Go "From The Bottom 2 The Top" With New Album - By : Chad - September 28, 2010
 Real Talk Entertainment is back and they’re coming out hard again after the success of the Billboard chart-topping street album from Young Buck, “The Rehab”, which hit at #6 on the Rap Chart, # 6 on the Independent Chart and #12 on the R&B/Hip-hop Chart. Less than a month later, Real Talk Entertainment drops the brand new album from the legendary Memphis, Tennessee duo, 8Ball & MJG.
This multi-platinum twosome is riding high off the success of T.I.’s Grand Hustle record label release, titled “Ten Toes Down”, which landed at #3 on the Billboard Rap charts in May of 2010. With this new studio album, titled “From The Bottom 2 The Top” -- executive produced by Derrick “Sac” Johnson, listeners all across the world will understand how 8Ball & MJG have been able to sustain such an amazing longevity, which isn’t the norm in our lifetime.
The first single from the South’s favorite rap artists is called “Lay It Down 2”, which is crafted by platinum producer Big Hollis. This song is a sequel to their smash hit “Lay It Down”, originally released through Suave House which took the rap world by storm some 14 years ago. This long-awaited follow-up is sure to please the many 8Ball & MJG followers who have been hungry for more -- and from the outside in, “Lay it Down 2” is an instant classic.
“Lay it Down 2” is just a taste of what to expect. With a tracklisting that rides 14 deep, this album sticks to its title, from the bottom to the top, with original southern-fried music that follows the same timeless recipe the eight successful albums 8Ball & MJG cooked up before this one. “From The Bottom 2 The Top” will be available at all stores on October 5, 2010 with specially reduced prices from Target. This album is sure to wet the appetite for the fans of these living legends that are on top of the world and will truly be space age forever.
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.......................................................................................... Free D/L: Terrace Martin Releases "Here, My Dear" - By : Nima - September 28, 2010
What we are bringing you today, you should not be allowed to give away for free. It should be straight up illegal. Terrace Martin has ONCE AGAIN returned with a completely FREE album called "Here, My Dear". After his first two albums "Signal Flow" and "Locke High", Terrace had already made his mark as one of Hip-Hop most musical and creative artists, behind boards, on the instruments and behind the microphone.
On "Here, My Dear", Terrace teamed up with radio personality Devi Dev to open up his heart to his listeners about relationship troubles and heartache.
This album is filled with real, raw emotions and is sure to touch anybody with some feelings left in them. Of course, the musical backdrop was provided by Terrace Martin himself along with some friends, such as the talented Kenneth Croutch. On the vocals, Terrace Martin has an all-star lineup on "Here, My Dear":
Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, J. Black, Dom Kennedy, Problem, Kendrick Lamar, Wiz Khalifa, Charlie Wilson, Overdoz, U-N-I, Bad Lucc, Tee-Lee are some of the names appearing on the project in support of Terrace.
Again, this project is free, Terrace is giving it to his fans. We have the full thing right here for you to download, check it out below:
Terrace Martin & Devi Dev Present "Here, My Dear" (Free Download)
To get the full scoop on the project and everything that went into it, dubcnn had the exclusive opportunity to spend some time with Terrace at his studio for an interview, which will be dropping on dubcnn this week so keep your eyes and your ears open for that!
For now, enjoy "Here, My Dear"!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Yukmouth & C-Bo Return As Thug Lordz (Video) - By : Nima - September 28, 2010
 Today marks the release of a brand new collaboration album by Yukmouth and C-Bo, known together at the Thug Lordz. Back in 2004, they released their first album called "In Thugz We Trust" and later followed it up in 2006 with "Thug Lordz Trilogy", which also featured Spice 1 as a part of the group.
This time it's back to Bo & Yuk doing what they do best: spitting gangsta rhymes over hard beats. The album features The Jacka, Trae, Tha Realest, Bo-Roc, Mr. Probz, Eastwood, Ampichino, Dyson amongst others and we have the video to the first single available for ya'll.
It's called "Wake Up" and features The Jacka and Mr. Probz, check it out below:
Thug Lordz (Yukmouth & C-Bo) - Wake Up (ft. The Jacka & Mr. Probz) (Video)
Cop the album on iTunes now. Tracklisting below:
1. Thug Lordz
2. We Got This
3. Organised Crime (Feat. Ampichino)
4. Look So Good
5. Wake Up (Feat. The Jacka, Mr. Probz)
6. Da Block Goin Ham
7. Sippin Syrup (Feat. Mike D)
8. My Hood (Feat. D-Golder)
9. Mo Gunz (Feat. Trae)
10. Thats What It Iz (Feat. Eastwood, Dyson)
11. Million Dollar Spot
12. If I Die (Feat. Bo-Roc, The Realest)
13. Mean Muggin (Feat. The Realest)
14. Thug Money (Feat. Bo-Roc) Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Mac Shawn 100 "And U Do Know That" Video - By : Nima - September 28, 2010
 Anybody who has had the chance to hang around Snoop Dogg and anybody from the DPG clique in the past few months will have undoubtedly stumbled upon the catchphrase "and u do know that". Bay Area representative and long time Dogg Pound affiliate Mac Shawn 100 is the originator behind the phrase "and u do know that" and also recorded a song of the same name.
We premiered the audio a few months back (click here if you missed it) and after dropping an underground video shot by Dah Dah earlier, we have just received the official "And U Do Know That!" music video.
The video co-stars Snoop Dogg, Daz, Kurupt and the rest of the DPG family, as well as a couple of beautiful ladies. Make sure to check it out below:
Mac Shawn 100 - And U Do Know That (Official Video)
Dubcnn recently linked up with Mac Shawn and Daz Dillinger in the Bay Area for an exclusive video interview, which turned out to be entertaining to say the least. Look out for that to drop within the next few days. Mac Shawn 100's upcoming solo album "Tha Bigg Fish" is coming soon on Capitol/EMI, expect more news soon.
And you do know that! Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Jay Rock Signs To Tech N9ne's Strange Music! - By : Nima - September 28, 2010
 Official press release: Independent rap powerhouse Tech N9ne and his Strange Music cohorts have been scouring the country in search of tomorrow’s next big rap star… and they just found what they’ve been looking for. The Kansas City-based label just teamed up with Top Dawg Entertainment and Watts, California’s biggest hero Jay Rock for a multi-record deal.
“The opportunity to be a part of bringing the next wave of West Coast Hip Hop to the forefront is exciting to me,” says Strange Music CEO, Travis O’Guin. “I immersed myself in that music growing up and it is definitely a part of who I am. I feel like Jay Rock is one of the artists really reviving that West Coast scene and I’m ecstatic that he, along with Top Dawg Entertainment are a part of the Strange Music family.”
Top Dawg Entertainment’s CEO, Dude Dawg, had this to say about the deal, “As a label, Strange has more to offer than most majors out there. Together, Strange and TDE joining forces will mean the best of both worlds for Jay Rock and other artists to come. With their top-to-bottom label machine and our street expertise, there’s no stopping us.”
Jay Rock and TDE recently flew out to Strange’s Kansas City headquarters to seal the deal and XXL Magazine was on hand to capture all of the events of this historical day (link below). The highly respected Hip Hop magazine has been following Jay Rock’s career closely. The “new breed of hustler” was featured on XXL’s April 2010 cover showcasing its list of the Freshman Class of 2010. Other media outlets have also taken note of Jay Rock's undeniable talent: MTV named Jay Rock one of its Hottest Breakthrough MCs Of 2010.
Jay Rock says of his new venture, “Man, I'm excited about this. Tech and Strange approached us once I became a free agent and we went to KC to see first-hand what we had been missing and saw why they're the #1 independent rap label. The word had spread about me leaving Warner Bros. and I was getting offers left & right from majors wanting to sign me, but in the end, Dude Dawg and I had no doubts that Strange had the perfect situation for us."
And JAY ROCK is no stranger to Strange Music. On Sept. 15, he hit the road on “TECH N9NE’s Independent Grind Tour 2010” featuring some of the biggest names in independent Hip Hop, including E-40, Cash Money’s Glasses Malone and Strange Music cohorts Krizz Kaliko, Kutt Calhoun and Big Scoob. The tour will last six weeks and consists of 44 shows in 46 days.
Jay Rock also appeared on Tech N9ne’s latest collabos album, The Gates Mixed Plate, and will cameo, along with the rest of the tour players, on Tech N9ne’s upcoming mixtape with DJ Whoo Kid that hits streets later this fall.
For the past five years, Jay Rock and Top Dawg Entertainment have been holding Cali Hip Hop down. With his fellow label mates Kendrick Lamar, Ab-Soul and Schoolboy Q, the foursome represent the Black Hippy Movement, and have been hailed as a modern-day version of N.W.A. meets the Pharcyde.
Jay Rock’s Strange Music full-length debut, Follow Me Home will feature appearances and production by a who’s who of hip-hop’s elite and is due sometime next Spring. "I was hyped when I got the news that Jay Rock and TDE decided to go with Strange instead of any of the other many labels that were tugging at them.” Says Tech N9ne. “I knew that Jay Rock, being the hardcore artist that he is would add another wonderful dimension to our Strange roster. Strange and TDE all day, baby!"
Watch XXL’s footage of Jay Rock signing his deal with Strange Music by clicking here.
Congratulations to Jay Rock!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Tha Chill Preps "Chillafornia EP" Digitial Release On Oct. 12th - By : Chad - September 28, 2010
 West Coast legend and Compton OG Tha Chill continues to build the buzz for his Chillafornia LP by dropping the digitally-released Chillafornia Street EP, available on all digital download spots worldwide like iTunes and Amazon on October 12, 2010. The BJI/Hoopla Media EP features Fab Five Freddy, MC Eiht, Sir Jinx, MC Ren, OG Daddy V, Wanted Gang and others, setting up the prelude to the upcoming full-length album.
Tha Chill has undoubtedly continued to build his production resume in the last year for fellow west coast vet’s, by crafting a half-dozen tracks for MC Ren’s Renincarnated, as well as the whole forthcoming new Above The Law album, Reloaded, Kokane’s Gimme All Mine, and overseeing the production for the Kurupt-led group project G-Hood. The Compton’s Most Wanted producer has quietly become the go-to-guy for Cali’s finest in search of heat.
Led by the Have Dat Money Rite single, featuring former NWA member MC Ren, Chillafornia will boast guest appearances from a slew of the west coast’s finest including King T, Above The Law, Yukmouth, MC Eiht, Lil’ ½ Dead, Sir Jinx, Battlecat and more.
Tha Chill – Chillafornia Street EP Tracklisting:
1. Reintroduction (ft. Fab Five Freddy & MC Eiht)
2. Let’s Go (Ft. Big Rocc, Sir Jinx, Kill Att Will)
3. Whimps On The Trac (ft. OG Daddy V)
4. Have Dat Money Rite (Ft. MC Ren of NWA & Bokie Loc)
5. West (ft. Deadly Threat)
6. Chillafornia Interlude
7. Forever Live (ft. Wanted Gang & Bokie Loc)
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more on Tha Chill & Chillafornia! Be sure to get your copy of the Chillafornia EP at iTunes and all other digital download spots on Oct. 12th!
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.......................................................................................... Dubcnn & Dubcc Malware Attack Update - By : Rud - September 27, 2010
 For the second time in a month Dubcnn - and now Dubcc - has been the target of a malicious attack on our servers that caused the daily Google scrapes to detect an issue with our pages. If you are seeing or have seen Google Malware Alerts against Dubcnn.com or Dubcc we apologise for the inconvenience.
The attack was detected immediately on Dubcnn and fixed and we are awaiting Google to update the alerts. The forum issue is taking longer to fix but we will have an update within 24 hours.
In the meantime if you do see the Malware Warning or get a message from your browser (IE, Firefox, Opera, Chrome etc) please ensure you disable the "Block reported attack sites" warning or add Dubcnn to your safe list as the site is not a risk to your standard browsing.
We once again apologise for the issue and wish to convey that at no time was your data or browsing at risk, the security breach was purely server side and posed no threat to our readers. Thank you for your understanding.
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact me via email or via the Dubcnn ForumsDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... DJ Quik - G-Shit Feat. KK (Audio) - By : LilJay - September 27, 2010
 Gangsta rap is in full effect right now! Dubcnn just got a hold of a new song by DJ Quik featuring his old comrad KK of 2nd II None. From the looks of it, this will be featured on his upcoming album "The Book of David", due out in October or November, as he says on the track.
The time frame of the album release isn't the only thing he's talking about on here. Quik is going in Compton style as he's back in his its-time-to-clear-some-issues mood and he's speaking his mind on a few personal things over 8 minutes long. From what we've heard so far, "The Book of David" is shaping up to be another piece of magic from the Quikster.
DJ Quik - G-Shit Feat. KK
This came in with no source, so props to whoever let this one out the bag.
Be sure to watch the video of the "Book of David Listening Session" if you missed out back in June. Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Strong Arm Steady - Make Me Feel Featuring Jelly Roll (Video) - By : LilJay - September 27, 2010
 Following last week's audio drop of Strong Arm Steady's first single from their long awaited album "Arms & Hammers", we now have the official video for the song called "Make Me Feel" featuring and produced by Jelly Roll. The video is directed by Punit Dhesi.
Strong Arm Steady - Make Me Feel Feat. Jelly Roll (Video)
"Arms & Hammers" is finally set to drop on February 1st via Blacksmith/Element 9/Fontana.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... theFEW - "FEWnification" Album Sampler (Audio) - By : LilJay - September 27, 2010
 theFEW (Focus.., Kida, and Al Gator) have put together a album sampler for their upcoming group project "FEWnification", due out October 4th on a.Fam Entertainment.
The album features guest appearances from Marsha Ambrosius, Chino XL, and Pro-Verb. Production comes from Wyldfyer, Mell & Dee, and Focus of course.
Click the picture to enlarge the image and see the track titles on the sampler. Good music!
theFEW (Focus.., Kida, Al Gator) - "FEWnification" Album Sampler Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Clyde Carson - Life Stories From The Moe Doe Shop - By : LilJay - September 27, 2010
 Oakland's own Clyde Carson is back on Dubcnn with new music! He has just released a one-verse-track called "Life Stories From The Moe Doe Shop" over the Nas' track "Purple". This is just a little something to prepare for his upcoming mixtape.
Clyde Carson - Life Stories From The Moe Doe Shop
Check back with Dubcnn for the latest news and music from Clyde Carson. Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Balance - "B4" Hosted By DJ Faze (Free Download) - By : Mil - September 26, 2010
 Already having started off the year with the release of his We All In mixtape and following it up with an appearance in our 7 Interviews In 7 Days promotion with an exclusive interview , Balance returns to dubcnn with the release of his latest project.
"B4" celebrates his 4 years in the independent bay area music scene. In 2006 he dropped his first record "Young and Restless" and since then he's dropped a project every year. If you missed any of the projects Balance put out over the years, this is the perfect chance to catch up with some of his finest work.
Use the link below to view the download page where you will find the covers, tracklist and of course the download link.
Balance - B4 (Hosted By DJ Faze) (Free Download)
Be sure to drop your thoughts on our forums!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Kendrick Lamar Drops Double Videos From "OD" - By : Rud - September 24, 2010
 As Jay pointed out last week, the first Kendrick Lamar project, The Kendrick Lamar EP from late 2009, was one of the last releases that had captured the imagination and upheld the anticpation of a whole host of online and offline fans of the genre.
Last week the long awaited follow up "Overly Dedicated" was made available on iTunes for only $5.99 featuring 13 songs with appearances from Ab-Soul, Schoolboy Q, BJ The Chicago Kid, Ash Riser, Dom Kennedy, Murs, U-N-I, Skeme and others.
"OD" features nothing but quality music – and most of all it's different from anything you will find today. It looks like Kendrick pulled it off and created a project just as good as his previous one. Today we wanted to follow up with two videos from the project that have been released online, the first "P&P 1.5" with Ab Soul and the second "Cut You Off (To Grow Closer)."
Kendrick Lamar - P&P 1.5 (Feat. Ab Soul) (Video)
Kendrick Lamar - Cut You Off (To Grow Closer) (Video)
Enjoy the visuals and ensure you get "Overly Dedicated" on iTunes today for just $5.99!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Video: Short Dawg - Get Ya Money Up - By : Nima - September 24, 2010
 We've got a new video from Atlanta rapper and Young Money affiliate Short Dawg for ya'll today, off the soundtrack to "Stomp The Yard 2: Homecoming", which dropped on September 21st. The song is being distributed by Empire Distribution and is available on iTunes and all digital retailers now. The song is called "Get Ya Money Up", check out the video below:
Short Dawg - Get Ya Money (Video)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Dubcnn and Napsac Retrospect (Video) - By : Jose - September 24, 2010
 Over the past two years Napsac and Dubcnn have collaborated to cover many events in the Southern California area and bringing you exclusive cuts of West Coast hip-hop. In honor of that we have a short retrospective video segment detailing some of the collaborations between Napsac and Dubcnn. Check for more exclusive content and events from Napsac and Dubcnn in the very near future.
Napsac - Retrospect Video (Video)
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.......................................................................................... No One Previews Debut Album on Online Radio (News) - By : Jose - September 23, 2010
 Dae One and Noni Spitz have been respectively holding it down for the new wave of West Coast artists on an individual basis for awhile now. Their group project, No One, however, has been picking up steam as they near the release date of their debut album. Tune into homegrown radio tonight at 9PM PST to hear their entire album "The Substance" a full month before it is officially released.
"The Substance" out October 26th, 2010.
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.......................................................................................... Strong Arm Steady Ft. Jelly Roll "Make Me Feel" - By : Nima - September 23, 2010
We have just received the official first single off Strong Arm Steady's long awaited official Blacksmith Records album "Arms & Hammers", which is finally set to drop on February 1st via Blacksmith/Element 9/Fontana.
I can't remember exactly how long its been since the "Arms & Hammers" album was first announced, but its been a few years. I can't front though, the Steady Gang has managed to feed their fan base so much (mostly free) music in the meantime, that the wait did not seem that long. But it is time!
They've just sent over the lead single, called "Make Me Feel", which is produced by and features the big homie Jelly Roll. A video to the song is set to drop next week, for now go ahead and check out the song below:
Strong Arm Steady - Make Me Feel (ft. Jelly Roll)
You can check out the official front cover to "Arms & Hammers" above, click on the thumbnail to enlarge. Look out for more news on this album soon!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Dubcnn Checks In With Miami's Poe Boy Music Group - By : Mil - September 23, 2010
 Today we take a brief detour from our regularly scheduled west coast programing to tune in to Miami's Poe Boy Music Group.
With a roster that boasts talent such as Flo Rida (Poe Boy/Atlantic Records), Brisco (Poe Boy/Cash Money/Universal), Billy Blue (Poe Boy/Konvict/Mosely Music/Interscope Records), Mista Mac and JRandall, and also having played a major part in the success of Rick Ross, Poe Boy Music Group is one of the hottest places to be right now.
First up we have Flo Rida's urban single "Why You Up In Here" which features the ever impressive Ludacris, Gucci Mane & Get Fresh. It is from the upcoming album The Only One which is set to be released later this year.
Flo Rida - Why You Up In Here (Featuring Ludacris, Gucci Mane & Get Fresh)
 Also repping Poe Boy we have, Mista Mac. With no release date for his still untitled debut album he is definitely one to look out for in the future. With his impressive talent and the backing, he will be sure to make a name for himself in the next few years.
We have a new song from Mista Mac titled "Flexin" available for streaming and/or download below!
Mista Mac - Flexin
 Most of you will already be familiar with Brisco following the success of his single "On The Wall" which featured Lil Wayne.
He's back with a new single from his album Street Medicine, this time he as accompanied on the song by the man of the moment Rick Ross. Be sure to check it out!
Brisco - Lonely Road (Featuring Rick Ross)
Last but by no means last we have a new record from Billy Blue called "Riders and Sliders" (my personal pick of the bunch!). Signed to Interscope through a joint venture with Poe Boy Music Group, Akon's Konvict Music & Timbaland's Mosely Music Group, Billy Blue may just turn out to be hiphops next big star.
Find out why he has such major heavyweights backing him on "Riders and Sliders" and stay tuned for more news on his album Story Of My Life which is due in store 2011!
Billy Blue - Riders and Sliders
Keep up with Billy Blue, Mista Mac, Flo Rida & Brisco on Twitter!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... K Boy - What It Do Doe (Audio) - By : LilJay - September 23, 2010
 South Central's own K Boy has spent the summer recovering from the near-fatal shooting in May, where he suffered four gun shots. After he went through intensive care and therapy, we're happy to announce that he is finally back to making music again.
The Blu Division rapper has just released the first song since the incident called "What It Do Doe" produced by Kuddie Fresh. K Boy is currently working on a EP called "The Reincarnated", no word if this will make the final cut. But check what he has cooked up for now:
K Boy - What It Do Doe
Shouts out to K Boy! Follow him on Twitter.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Damani - Private Jet Music Feat. Nikki Grier (Audio) - By : LilJay - September 23, 2010
 While Damani is getting ready to release his long awaited project "On Vacation From Vacation" (which was already exclusively released in Japan), the Inglewood rapper has been staying busy by travelling the world. We've seen him shoot videos in France, freestyles at the Great Wall in China, or his latest international visual, International Flow.
Today we're going in on another audio leak from "On Vacation From Vacation", with the fitting title "Private Jet Music". Damani linked up with Nikki Grier, who's been getting people's attention with her upcoming project "Soulgasm Vol. 6".
Damani - Private Jet Music Feat. Nikki Grier
Make sure to run a search in the news archive to catch up on all the previous leaks from Damani. Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Kendrick Lamar - Overly Dedicated (Free Download) - By : LilJay - September 23, 2010
Kendrick Lamar's "Overly Dedicated" has been the talk of (West Coast) Rap since its release on iTunes last week. The Compton native kept his promise and leaked the entire thing for free download just an hour ago.
If you belong to the minority and you've yet to hear "OD" because you've been waiting on your free shot, your time has finally come! Everybody else who supported the project, make sure you still download the new version and look for the 3 new tracks which didn't make the iTunes version.
Kendrick Lamar - Overly Dedicated (Free Mixtape Download)
Even though we appreciate Kendrick dropping this for free as well, we want everybody to realize how big of a success the iTunes release was on September 14th. The project was released with no retail marketing, only the push on the blogs and it entered the iTunes Hip-Hop charts at #7, amidst the Drake's, B.o.B.'s and Eminem's with major backing. So even if you haven't copped the digital download yet and want to get the extra tracks from the free version, we urge you to support Kendrick Lamar and independent West Coast music by copping it on iTunes anyway.
Let's open the doors for more West Coast artists to successfully release full-length projects, it's been too long!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Crooked I's "Hip-Hop Weekly Reloaded" - Week Seven - By : Rud - September 22, 2010
Week after week Crooked I keeps on delivering with his new Hip Hop Weekly Reloaded series. The first six weeks have already given us Mass Appeal, Bang Yo City, Light Up, If It Ain't About Money, Talkin To Myself and Medicine in quick succession.
For episode 7 Crooked showed some love to his Slaughterhouse companion Joe Budden by jumping on his "Blood On The Wall" track. Now as we've seen for each week he always thanks his fans and supporters during the intro, but this week he allows something really special - during the outro a fan proposes to his lady! No word on if she said yes! Enjoy!
Crooked I - Blood On The Wall
Happy Birthday for tomorrow Crook from all at Dubcnn! We will soon have the Hip Hop Weekly Reloaded archive page available on Dubcnn to mirror the first Hip Hop Weekly page, keep checking back!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... New Glasses Malone "Respect Mah Gangsta" & Update - By : Mil - September 22, 2010
Its that time again, this weeks Glasses Malone leak from his "Drive-By Muzik" project. Last week we were treated to Still In The City, this time its the Hunga produced "Respect My Gangsta".
Glasses Malone - Respect Mah Gangsta
While we continue to wait for all nine leaks from "Drive-By Muzik", we know fans remain curious about the other projects that seem to be on hold. Dubcnn had the chance to catch up with Glasses to update the fans on their status.
About his collaborative album with Mack 10, "That album is hot! January 4th 2010! Mack & Malone Money Muzik!". When asked about the long awaited Beach Cruiser, "None of my singles have reached super hit level, like other Cash Money singles. Gotta deliver that mega smash!." ""I Get Doe" just proves Cash Money believes in my talent and haven't given up. Beach Cruiser is on the horizon, and as excited as everyone is to hear it that can't match my excitement to play it for you."
Be sure to check out Glasses on the Independent Grind Tour with Jay Rock, E-40 & Tech N9ne when it stops near your town!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Custom Made Dropping New Album "Hi-Def," Nov. 9th - By : Mil - September 22, 2010
 2009 saw Custom Made continue the Street Cinema series with the release of The Lost Weekend mixtape. After leaving Babygrande in 2009; Custom Made recorded Hi-Def. This year Custom Made linked up with NY label Coalmine Records to drop Hi-Def as a digital release on November 9th.
Hi-Def features production from THX, Abstrakt Soundz, Jayem, Animoss (Arch Druids), Terminall and guests Mac Lucci (Hustle Boyz/DPG), Woozy (Brothaz Bent) and the rest of the Custom Made collective.
After a year hiatus Custom Made links up with Coalmine Records to showcase their latest release “Hi-Def” to show what hip-hop has been missing. You can preview two songs from the album below!
01 Hi-Def (Intro) prod. by THX
02 Touch a Pen ft. Woozy and Paradox prod. by Terminall
03 Watch That ft. Mac Lucci prod. by THX
04 Don't Leave Me ft. S-Mak prod. by High-P
05 Hip-Hop prod. by Akatsoki
06 Dopamine (Interlude)
07 Picture Me Rollin' ft. Paradox and Woozy prod. by Abstrakt Soundz
08 Gravel Swag ft. Woozy and S-Mak prod. by Terminall
09 Oooh Baby ft. Six prod. by Jayem
10 LA Steeze ft. Woozy prod. by Terminall
11 Crime Life prod. by Severe
12 Ode 2 Colt (Interlude)
13 Flow-Five ft. S-Mak prod. by Animoss
14 Easy on Yourself prod. by Abstrakt Soundz
As ever Dubcnn will keep you updated on the latest news and media from Custom Made.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... XL Middleton & Black&Mild - The Yardnic Mixtape - By : Mil - September 21, 2010
 Dubcnn last checked in with XL Middleton last month when he Young Sau sat down to discuss their new album in an Exclusive Interview (August 2010).
XL is back, this time teaming up with Black&Mild for the release of The Yardnic Mixtape. "For those that don't know, the Yardnic is a yearly event in Pasadena, CA, something like a backyard barbeque, only about a 100 times bigger" states XL."Everyone in the city got a copy so now it's time to spread it around worldwide".
Having had the opportunity to attend the event, i can vouch for that. Shout out to XL Middleton and the organisers for showing dubcnn love. Download your copy of the mixtape today!
XL Middleton & Black&Mild Present - The Yardnic Mixtape (Free Download)
Remember you can still pick up XL Middleton & Young Sau new album "There Goes The Neighborhood" featuring appearances and production from Sly Boogy, Dave Moss, Dubble R at www.xlmiddleton.com.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Knoc-turn'al - I've Been Here For Years Feat. Crooked I & James Elizabeth (Audio) - By : LilJay - September 21, 2010
 Back in August, Dubcnn broke the news about Knoc-Turn'al's comeback with his new album entitled "Knoc's Ville". The lead single has two of the West Coast's most prized Hip-Hop possessions set to come together and shoot a video: Both representing Long Beach, Knoc-turn’al and Crooked I have teamed up for the first single called "I've Been Here for Years".
The track has finally arrived and it gives you a little preview of what you can expect on the full length project. "I've Been Here for Years" not only features Crooked I, but also femcee James Elizabeth. Produced by Big Hollis.
"Knoc's Ville" drops November 9th via Treacherous Records/Hoopla Media Group. Additional album features include Jayo Felony, Yukmouth, Sly Boogy and more.
Knoc-turn'al - I've Been Here For Years Feat. Crooked I & James Elizabeth
Shouts to Knoc on the track! Follow Knoc-turn'al on Twitter.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Terrace Martin - Here My Dear (Short Film) - By : LilJay - September 21, 2010
 Today we got more visuals from Terrace Martin's upcoming project "Here My Dear". So that guy went from surprising his fans with an audio leak, then a dope video trailer and now a music video slash short film?! Can't be mad at that. Directed by Fredo Tovar/ Scott Fleishman, produced by AplusFilmz, scored by Terrace Martin.
Terrace Martin - Here My Dear: "Love Prelude & Thing For You" (Video)
Terrace Martin and Devi Dev present "Here My Dear" will be released September 28th. The project features all music produced by Terrace Martin and guest appearances from Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa, Kendrick Lamar, Dom Kennedy, Charlie Wilson, Murs and others.
Enjoy the video and make sure to check out the album when it drops next week!
EDIT: This just in: More goodies from "Here My Dear"... Terrace recruited Compton's man of the moment, Kendrick Lamar, for a dope track on the album called "Give Me Some of You".
Terrace Martin - Give Me Some of You Feat. Kendrick Lamar (Audio)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Jay Rock Feat. Crown Vik - So On (Audio) - By : LilJay - September 21, 2010
16-year old artist Crown Vik has been gracing the Dubcnn Newest Joints over the last few days with his track called "Levitatin". The song is featured on his debut project "Almost Already", which showcases his versatility as a rapper, singer and producer.
Crown Vik was just recruited to sing the hook on the latest track by Watts Rapper Jay Rock called "So On". Downlolad below.
Jay Rock Feat. Crown Vik - So On Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Fat Beats L.A. Closing Week (Video) - By : LilJay - September 21, 2010
 Here is just some of the action that went down last week at Fat Beats Los Angeles, in tribute to the closing of the monumental hip hop institution. By Friday night, which was the "grand finale" show, the bedroom sized venue was jam packed shoulder-to-shoulder, with people flooding out of both ends of the store. The night was blessed with an array of West Coast artists including Xzibit, Ras Kass, Kurupt, MC Eiht, Dilated Peoples, Strong Arm Steady, Perfecto, Bambu, and many more.
See for yourself. Video courtesy of SPTV.
Fat Beats L.A. Closing Week Coverage (Video)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... theFEW - Take Notes (Audio) - By : LilJay - September 21, 2010
 We have the latest gem from the recently formed trio theFEW (Focus, Kida, and Al Gator). This one's called "Take Notes" – of course produced by Focus himself – and will be featured on their upcoming group project "FEWnification", due out October 4th on a.Fam Entertainment.
theFEW - Take NotesDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Nikki Grier - Downtown Feat. Busta Rhymes (Audio) - By : LilJay - September 21, 2010
 Nikki Grier is currently on the rise with her new single "Good Love", featuring Ms Jade and the production from Soul Nana. The track will be featured on her debut EP "Soulgasm Vol. 6", available at digital stores everywhere in November.
Following the project's first leak, we now have a brand new track called "Downtown". This banger features a verse from Busta Rhymes, while Soul Nana is handling the production again (with Taka on the co-production).
Having worked with the likes of 50 Cent ("Incredible"), Dr. Dre ("Any Day Now"), Eminem ("Cold Wind Blows"), Stat Quo, Raphael Saadiq in the past, Nikki stays on her grind and links up with one of the industry's biggest names for her latest joint.
Download the track below and stay posted to Dubcnn for more on Nikki Grier.
Nikki Grier - Downtown Feat. Busta RhymesDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Parlay Starr Set To Drop Star-Studded Debut Album! - By : Yash - September 20, 2010
 Parlay Starr is LA's latest rising star, repping South Central Pueblo Projects, he's without a doubt one of the brightest new faces and talents from the westcoast. He recently dropped the smash single Like You featuring Chris Brown & Tyga. The song has been blowing up the airwaves and is the first single from his debut album entitled "Welkome To My World"; set to drop October 27th on MostHated Mob ent.
The album will feature; Chris Brown, The Outlawz, The Realest, Nuttso, 3-6 Mafia, Yukmouth and many more.
We have an exclusive song available for download below:
Parlay Starr Murda To Da Weak Ft DJ Paul and Roscoe
Stay tuned right here on Dubcnn for the latest on Parlay Starr!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Verbal Interview & MP3 w/ Clinton Wayne & Epademik - By : Rud - September 20, 2010
 Verbal was back on Dubcnn in late July with news of an upcoming street album that is due later this year. "Get Down Or Lay Down" - the official cover of which can be seen to the left - features the single Get Her featuring Avant and U Ain't Heard with Phil The Agony, Planet Asia & Raje, produced By KDE.
In that last update we told you that Verbal, who has featured on Dubcnn numberous times during Raje' Massive Thursday's feature, had taken time to complete the project that is set to feature Phil The Agony, Planet Asia, Raje, Juelz Santana, Chino Xl and Clinton Wayne.
We have a new track from the album for you today, "F-ck Whut U Thought" that features Clinton Wayne and Universal recording artist Epademik, who also produced the track.
Verbal - F-ck Whut U Thought (Feat. Clinton Wayne & Epademik)
Not only that but we recently had chance to have a quick sit down with Verbal for an interview to get more in-depth about his life, his music and his upcoming "Get Down or Lay Down" project.
Exclusive Interview With Verbal (September 2010)
Enjoy the new music and interview, drop your feedback on both on our forums, and lookout for more from "Get Down or Lay Down" on Dubcnn soon.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Breaking News: Rising LA Rapper Kokoe Involved in Near Fatal Shooting - By : Jose - September 20, 2010
 In an unfortunate series of events, we have received news that A2Z Entertainment/SL Entertainment artist Kokoe was wounded in a shooting over the weekend. You may know him for his involvement in the Holiday Jam Festival and his affiliation with Bone Thugs N Harmony, Nipsey Hussle, Iyaz, Three Six Mafia and Mann.
He is currently under medical care and in stable condition. More news and a possible statement from Kokoe will be forthcoming.
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.......................................................................................... Ca$his Leaks Two More Songs & A Freestyle - By : Mil - September 20, 2010
 Who is releasing more new material at the moment than Ca$his? For those keeping count its week 11 since the Shady Capo began leaking track after track including I Need Your Love, Feedback, On My Life, Danger, Rollin It Up & Regular, as well as his music video Hip Hop.
He's back with two more tracks produced by, yes you guessed it Rikanatti. We also have a "Week 11 Freestyle" for your enjoyment. All three tracks are mixed by Pete G.
Ca$his - Ridin High
Ca$his - Space Age Pimpin
Ca$his - Week 11 Freestyle
Its only a matter of time before new Ca$his music surfaces so check back with us regularly!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Exclusive DJ Scandalous Interview - By : Chad - September 20, 2010
 Hearing a DJ & R&B singer siding together to make great music is something unheard of. DJ Scandalous is one DJ that respects all genres of music and if it sounds good, he will show it some love. Building a great reputation in his early college years DJ Scandalous has a story to tell with his up and coming mixtape “Inspired by True Events”, this from what he stays is music that will take listeners inside his world.
Teaming up with popular France artist Matt Houston, the two have joined forces to introduce their sound to the world. While Matt Houston holds it down overseas and Scandalous in the western part of the world, coming together was only right, they dominate continent by continent.
Exclusive DJ Scandalous Interview
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.......................................................................................... Brief Weekend Round Up (Audio & Video) - By : Mil - September 19, 2010
 Time to recap on a few tracks that dropped during the week we have yet to feature. First up we've been following Glasses Malone every step of the way along his musical journey the past few years so its only right we continue the tradition and keep you updated with all things Divison related. Glasses leaked a new song from his upcoming street album "Drive-by Musik".
The song is called "Still In The City" and is available below. Don't forget Glasses recently released We On (Audio) & We On (Video) which featured Tiny Doo & Tiny Beef.
Glasses Malone - Still In The City
 Earlier this year 2Eleven released a new mixtape The Redprint (Hosted By DJ Whoo Kid). Since then he's been grinding working on the new USDA album, (see Bag Music Video), as well as his own solo projects.
He's got a new radio single in rotation at the moment. Its called "Baddest" and we have it for download today by following the link below. Look out for a Dubcnn exclusive interview with 2Eleven to drop soon!
2Eleven - Baddest
 No One (Noni Spitz & Dae One) are nearing the release of their group album "The Substance" which is set to drop October 5th! Having provided a prelude to the album in mixtape format, The Pre Substance, its almost time for No One to provide fans with their full length lp.
Check out their new music video from the upcoming album directed by James Wade.
No One (Dae One & Noni Spitz) - How It Iz (Video)
Make sure you continue to visit Dubcnn TV. Dubcnn TV will feature the latest video content from Dubcnn and other related sources. You can sit back and watch hours of hip-hop related video and interviews at Dubcnn TV.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Re-Introducing Lo'Key Tha YG With "Crack Ya Knucklez" - By : Mil - September 19, 2010
 Re-introducing up and coming artist performing under the moniker of Lo'Key tha YG, a name which may ring bells to our readers from the shout out he received from The Game on the Stop Snitching, Stop Lying dvd as well as a previous dubcnn feature back in 2007. Currently working on his first official album titled "Blessed Wit Game", Lo'key has so far managed to recruit Playa Hamm, Kokane and Above the Law to appear on the album.
Set to drop in 2011 we have a track from the album available for streaming and/or download today. It should provide you with a glimpse of Lo'key who will no doubt be featured on dubcnn again in the near future. The track is called "Crack Ya Knucklez" and features Bosssolo on the second verse followed by Miz.Tasti bringing it to an end.
Lo'Key Tha YG - Crack Ya Knucklez (Feat. Bosssolo & Miz.Tasti)
Be sure to follow Lo'Key on Twitter!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Lil Flip & DJ Far - Invincible (Free Mixtape Download) - By : Mil - September 19, 2010
 At the top of the year Lil Flip & DJ Far teamed up to release a string of mixtapes for free download including Lyrical Mayhem Vol 1, Ladiez Nite & King Of Texas & Crown Me 2.
The duo are back at it again and today we have their latest product, "Invincible" available for free download. Use the link below to view the download page where you will find the cover, tracklist and of course the download link.
DJ Far & Lil Flip - Invincible (Free Download)
Be sure to follow DJ Far & Lil Flip on Twitter.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Death Row Records Unveils New Online Store - By : Chad - September 18, 2010
 Death Row Records has unveild the new online merchandise store featuring new and freshly-created shirts, beanies, hoodies, and even thongs all bearing the classic label logo. For the first ten days, die-hard Death Row fans can be the first to win a free Death Row T-shirt by checking out the website and answering a skill-testing question. You listen to the music, now wear the gear and stay connected to Death Row Records.
Since being acquired by Toronto, Canada's WIDEawake Entertainment, the legendary west coast rap label has been re-energized, as we’ve seen unreleased catalog albums from Snoop Doggy Dogg, Crooked I, Danny Boy and Kurupt hit record store shelves, while the company's even unloaded some of the coveted Dr. Dre material that Chronic enthusiasts were never able to previously hear.
With more music on the horizon, WIDEawake is bringing back merchandise from one of the first labels to really brand themselves as a logo on fan t-shirts and hats. Today, Death Row unveiled their new merchandise store here at their website. T-Shirts, hoodies, hats and even women's underwear is now available sporting the 19 year-old logo popularized by Dr. Dre, Snoop, Tha Dogg Pound and Tupac Shakur.
Death Row's last release was the official solo debut Hood Star by Crooked I, but continue to be on the lookout for upcoming projects set to be released by the LBC Crew, Sam Sneed and 2Pac to round out the year.
Stay tuned to Dubcnn for more news & updates from Death Row Records!
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.......................................................................................... Ca$his - "Regular" Produced By Rikanatti - By : Mil - September 17, 2010
Shady Capo Ca$his has been putting together the final touches on his The Shady Street LP, but in the meantime he continues to supply fans with more new music. Already in the last few weeks we've been provided plenty of new material such as I Need Your Love, Feedback, On My Life, Danger & Rollin It Up as well as his music video Hip Hop.
The new track will provide no surprise to our readers when they see its yet another Rikanatti production and again mixed by Pete G like a lot of Ca$his new music. Check out the new song "Regular" below!
Ca$his - Regular
Stay tuned for all the latest Ca$his news and media.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Sub-z - "Life Uv Sub-z" Album In Stores Now! - By : Mil - September 17, 2010
 Sub-z is back with his debut album titled "Life Uv Sub-Z" which contains 18 heart pounding tracks that will satisfy any consumer craving good music. This album features some of hip hops finest up and coming artists and producers collaborating to present to you a modern day southern hip hop classic.
Some features on this album are from Bay area artist Balance, Team Irac, GolDaBo$$, Kenny Kane, DJ B-lord, DJ Woogie, Streetz, Don Won Wizzle, Fire, Joey Paperz, Thugga, Product, Dixie Boyz & Shuler.
The Production is handled by Sledgren, Flash Beats, Johnny Juliano, Heatstroke, Sean Divine, DJ Hugg, Jim Rockwell and Jokey. To purchase this album or to download any of Sub-z mixtapes visit www.subzsc.com.
Check out a song from the album that features Balance & Streetz in story telling mode.
Sub-z - Hold Me Down (Featuring Balance & Streetz)
Purchase Life Uv Sub-z from Itunes or Cdbaby .Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Damizza - Guilty By Association In Stores October 10th - By : Mil - September 17, 2010
 “There is only one woman I have ever been in love with. And my love for her is exactly the reason I had to leave.”
For the first time ever, noted FM radio programmer and West Coast hip-hop/rock producer Damion Young publicly admits his private love affair with music legend Mariah Carey. Mariah anointed her producer, live-in-boyfriend, might-as-well-have-been-manager "Damizza" to eliminate possible conflict of interest accusations for the highly successful program director of LA's Power 106 and NY's Hot '97. Mariah’s trust was unwavering. She deferred to him in almost all things. Damion “Damizza” Young's love for Mariah was so strong he ended their relationship for the sake of her career, knowing that his objective eye was essential to foster her climb. GBA unveils the truth behind one of the music industry's most passionate love affairs. It's never been Damion's intention to exploit his relationship with Mariah; he just hopes to set the record straight.
The mastermind behind the acclaimed “Chronic 2001” reunion of Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg, his work has sold in excess of 30 million copies and spent a collective 600 weeks on the Billboard charts. Damizza, best known as a behind-the-scenes magician within the music and radio industries has been associated with Mariah, Michael Jackson, Snoop Dogg, Hootie & the Blowfish, Terry Reid, Eric Burdon, and many others. Yet what landed him on the front page of The National Enquirer was the announcement in 2008 that he'd begun working on his life story with author J. Marshall Craig (who wrote acclaimed memoirs for Eric Burdon, Chuck Leavell and others) — and the subsequent cease-and-desist-order Mariah’s attorneys served him with.
“It’s the truth,” Damizza says. “When it comes to the music industry I know how deep the rabbit hole goes ... and I’m taking fans along for the ride. But there’s a lot more to my story than introducing Mariah to Eminem ... it’s the truth of why Dr. Dre’s “Detox” has been in limbo for more than a decade ... it’s how Jay-Z became huge enough to run Def Jam Records ... it’s how I salvaged Janet Jackson’s relationship with radio programmers all over the world. I’m letting loose on how records are made, promoted, leaked, paid off, corrupted, and careers and lives made and destroyed at the whims of ego and corporate corruption. I was there.”
Guilty By Association (Two Harbors Press, ISBN: 978-1-936198-98-6; 10/10/10; $16.95) will be available through www.damizzaguilty.com, bookstores everywhere, and all major online retailers beginning October 10th, 2010.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Young Giantz - "Paystyle Pt. 2" (Audio) - By : Mil - September 17, 2010
 We've been keeping you up to speed with the Young Giantz, the sons of Playa Hamm of Ruthless Records' Penthouse Players Clique. At the top of the year the talented duo released their Gqcality Ch. 1 which is hosted by DJ Battlecat.
They are back with another new track titled "Paystyle Pt. 2" which is available below for streaming and/or download.
Young Giantz - Paystyle Pt. 2
Stay tuned for all the latest Young Giantz news and media.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Topic Drops "The Appetizer" Mixtape For Free - By : Rud - September 16, 2010
 Last month saw the long overdue re-introduction of Topic on Dubcnn in which we announced some upcoming projects. After the long hiatus and the even longer overdue "American Hustler 2.0" mixtape with DJ Ill Will & DJ Rockstar, some wondered if the material would actually come out. Topic has already delivered on one of the promised releases which we have for you today.
In the last update we brought you the first leak from "The Appitizer" mixtape, a record called Don't Like Me. In that update we indicated the project was coming soon and today we have the full mixtape available for free download!
As the title suggests it is the first offering of what Topic believes will return the West Coast to its proper place atop the Hip Hop landscape. Check out the full covers, tracklist and grab the download link via the page below.
Topic - The Appetizer (Mixtape)
Enjoy the new release and expect news on the long awaited follow up to American Hustler follow up, tracks we gave you in 2009 before the silent period included Eyes Off You with Swag, Let The Hook Breathe and the Jagged Edge featured Bottom Girl
Once again it's great to see Topic back on Dubcnn following on from the success of his The Coast Guard and American Hustler projects.
Stay tuned for an exclusive interview with Topic and ensure you check his website.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Dirty Birdy - Female MC's (Audio) - By : LilJay - September 16, 2010
 It almost feels like todays generation of Dubcnn readers ain't up on Dirty Birdy, it's been that long since we last heard from him. The Inland Empire vet is back on the music tip and scheduled to release his upcoming album called "Prolly So" later this year.
We have just received the first leak from the project called "Female MC's". The lyrical assassin is paying homage to all the female emcees in the Hip-Hop game – yes you too, even if your name ain't in it.
As Dirt would say, just a lil sumn... Enjoy!
Dirty Birdy - Female MC'sDiscuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Terrace Martin - Welcome To "Here, My Dear" - By : LilJay - September 16, 2010
Terrace Martin first gave us a little impression from "Here, My Dear" for our ears (See previous post: Terrace Martin Ft. Wiz Khalifa & Overdoz - "Roll Up"), now we get an inspiring promotional video for the album.
The visual reflects the album's message, which will showcase the raw & varying emotions of love in a Hip Hop form. The title "Here, My Dear" is inspired by Marvin Gaye's critically acclaimed album of the same name. As we already reported, this album is said to be his most personal to date, and it looks like we're in for a great project judging from the trailer.
Watch the video below. Directed by Calmatic. Co-starring Problem.
Terrace Martin - Welcome To "Here, My Dear" (Video) Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Those Chosen - Lava Lampin (Video) - By : LilJay - September 16, 2010
 The California based group Those Chosen has just released a new video for "Lava Lampin", featured on their 3-song digital EP "J. Bizness 3P Series - Vol. 5: Those Chosen". The trio are the 5th artists in this monthly series, produced entirely by J. Bizness, and hosted by "FWMJ's Rappers I Know".
The visual intertwines a fresh summer solstice and West Coast vibe that transcend to the soul of the beat. Staying true to their mantra "message over mayhem", these fellas showcase laid back Cali swag with high octane energy.
Those Chosen - Lava Lampin (Video)
Those Chosen are also getting ready to launch the next project called "Manute Bol".Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Crooked I's "Hip-Hop Weekly Reloaded" - Week Six - By : LilJay - September 16, 2010
Crooked I's Hip Hop Weekly Reloaded is back with the latest edition. Having already dropped five tracks including, in weekly order, Mass Appeal, Bang Yo City, Light Up, If It Ain't About Money, and last week's Talkin To Myself. Week 6 is now upon us and Crook continues!
This week, Crooked I jumps on Plies' single "Medicine." Enjoy, and check back for week 7, cause you know it's coming!
Crooked I - Medicine
We will soon have the Hip Hop Weekly Reloaded archive page available on Dubcnn to mirror the first Hip Hop Weekly page, keep checking back!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Kendrick Lamar - Overly Dedicated - By : LilJay - September 15, 2010
I don't recall the last project that had people's attention that lasted until that same artist dropped his follow-up, probably since Kendrick Lamar's critically acclaimed "The Kendrick Lamar EP". With that being said, it's now September 15, so it's time for "Overly Dedicated".
"OD" features nothing but quality music – and most of all it's different from anything you will find today. It looks like Kendrick pulled it off and created a project just as good as his previous one.
The mixtape is available on iTunes for only $5.99, make sure you support the Kendrick movement and pick it up (click here to purchase).
"OD" has 13 songs with features from Ab-Soul, Schoolboy Q, BJ The Chicago Kid, Ash Riser, Dom Kennedy, Murs, U-N-I, Skeme and others. Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Bishop Lamont - No Equal Feat. Focus (Audio) - By : LilJay - September 15, 2010
 Bishop Lamont wasn't lying when he said that he left Aftermath with over 700 mastered songs, because these bangers just keep popping out left and right.
Here is another leak which would have made a dope album cut. This one is called "No Equal" and features a hook by Focus, who also produced the track.
Bishop Lamont - No Equal Feat. Focus (Prod. by Focus)Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Young Dre The Truth "Cheah Bah TV #3" (Video) - By : Nima - September 15, 2010
 We're back with some new visuals from Young Dre The Truth off his "Cheah Bah TV" web videos he's been releasing. Incase you missed our last drop from Dre, which was a collaboration between Young Dre The Truth, Nipsey Hussle & Bad Lucc called "Bad Hussle Truth, make sure to check it out now.
This week's Cheah Bah TV takes you behind the scenes of the "Love Chronicles: Secrets Revealed" movie, which stars Vivica A. Fox, Ving Rhames, Mike Epps, Young Dre The Truth, Elise Neal, Rockmond Dunbar, Nipsey Hussle, Sticky Fingaz, just to name a few.
You also get to check out some behind the scenes footage of Young Dre The Truth's "I Love L.A." music video. Check out "Cheah Bah TV #3" below:
Young Dre The Truth Presents: Cheah Bah TV #3 (Video)
Order the movie "Love Chronicles: Secrets Revealed" on Amazon by clicking here.Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Mr. Kee, Nate Dogg, Mitchy Slick & J-Diggs (Audio) - By : Nima - September 15, 2010
 As we reported back in April, Bay Area veteran Mr. Kee is gearing up for the release of his new solo album "The Great Paper Chase", which will be dropping on September 21st through Money-N-Muscle/Empire Distributions. Back then we dropped a first preview track off the album called "I Don't Dance" and now we're back with a new exclusive leak.
Mr. Kee has a song on his album called "Underdog", featuring Nate Dogg, Mitchy Slick and J-Diggs. Some of you may have heard the Nate Dogg vocals before, as they were leaked and were rumoured to be from "Detox" sessions.
Here they are in their final version on the Mr. Kee album:
Mr. Kee - Underdog (ft. Nate Dogg, Mitchy Slick & J-Diggs)
Aside from the artists on this song, the album also features Ya Boy, Clyde Carson, Mistah FAB and Erk Tha Jerk just to name a few. Look out for dubcnn's exclusive interview with Mr. Kee to drop in the next few days.
Kee also recently leaked a remix to the current Wiz Khalifa single "Black & Yellow" which he flipped into "Black & Orange" representing the Bay Area, check it out below:
Mr. Kee - Black & Orange
Pick up "The Great Paper Chase" on September 21st!Discuss This Topic
.......................................................................................... Kendrick Lamar - She Needs Me (Remix) Feat. Murs - By : LilJay - September 14, 2010
Here's a friendly reminder that Kendrick Lamar's "O(verly) D(edicated)" mixtape is dropping in just a few hours for free download. The mixtape will also be available on iTunes for only $5.99, make sure you support the Compton rapper if you like what you hear (click to purchase).
In the meantime, we have the very last leak from the project. This one is the new version of the "She Needs Me" Remix. Of course we all heard the "unfinished" version featuring Dom Kennedy, but the one featured on "OD" has an additional verse from Los Angeles' own Murs. They all come correct, but Murs stole the show with his part.
Kendrick Lamar - She Needs Me Feat. Dom Kennedy & Murs (Audio)
And if you missed out on the recently released video for "P&P 1.5" featuring Ab-Soul, click below to watch:
Kendrick Lamar - P&P 1.5. Feat. Ab-Soul (Video)Discuss This Topic
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