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Cookin Soul & Estee Nack – Hear Me (Video)

When a legendary architect of dusty, soulful loops joins forces with one of underground hip-hop’s most unpredictable vocal stylists, expectations run high. On Hear Me, Cookin Soul and Estee Nack don’t just meet those expectations—they deliver a masterfully constructed slice of pure 90s-inspired boom-bap that feels both nostalgic and immediate.

Cookin Soul proves once again why his beat-smithing is revered globally. The sonic canvas of the song relies on a meticulously chopped, warmth-infused soul sample that anchors the track. The drums are crisp and classic, hitting with a knock that demands head-nodding but leaving ample breathing room for the vocal performance. The arrangement builds seamlessly, letting the vocal sample bridges swell organically to complement Estee Nack’s verses.

Estee Nack brings his signature gritty, multi-layered lyricism to the forefront, trading hyper-specific street realism with moments of deeper reflection.

His flow pattern effortlessly rides the pockets of Cookin Soul’s production, shifting from rapid-fire imagery to a more deliberate, conversational cadence that hammers home the gravity of his words.

The new album, Al-Andalus is out now. I haven’t checked it out in it’s entirety but it’s currently in my cart, and what i have heard thus far is tremendous!

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One Be Lo – Moon Walkman (Video)

The legendary Detroit lyricist One Be Lo (of the iconic duo Binary Star) has officially returned with his latest auditory masterpiece, Moon Walkman. True to form, the veteran MC delivers an avalanche of intricate, thought-provoking bars laid over a seamless, head-nodding sonic landscape.

If you have been waiting for a breath of fresh air in a saturated musical climate, this track is the gift your playlist needs.

Bars That Demand a Second Listen

One Be Lo has always been celebrated for lyricism that requires listeners to stop, rewind, and unpack the depth. On Moon Walkman his pen is sharper than ever. He juxtaposes nostalgic pop-culture references with heavy, socio-political commentary:

“Luigi shot the fireballs at the final boss, while Mario’s fighting ICE in office…”

From addressing corporate monopolies and political lobbying to the environmental anxieties of the modern world, the track functions as a profound observation of our current landscape. Yet, through it all, One Be Lo maintains his unshakeable identity, asserting that “black holes could NEVER take the astronaut out of me.”

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Single You Out: Hieroglyphics – Drum Talk

The legendary Bay Area collective Hieroglyphics is back, and they are reminding everyone exactly why they are pillars of underground hip-hop. Their latest track, Drum Talk, is a masterclass in retaining that classic, golden-era feel while sounding completely re-energized.

Featuring razor-sharp contributions from Casual, Phesto Dee, Tajai, and Del The Funky Homosapien, the track rides on a moving, break-heavy rhythm that demands a head nod from the very first second. True to form, the crew exchanges verses with the kind of effortless chemistry that only decades of collaboration can brew.

Among the many standout bars on the track, one verse cuts straight through the noise with an absolute gem of a lyric:

Anticipation Builds for All Said And Done

Drum Talk isn’t just a stellar standalone release; it serves as a powerful introduction to their highly anticipated forthcoming album, All Said And Done. If this single is any indication, the new project will be a formidable blend of sophisticated lyricism, boombap aesthetics, and the forward-thinking production the collective has always been celebrated for. September 3rd, 2026…mark the calendar!

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Che Uno – Barras Luco (ft. DNTE & Asun Eastwood)

Toronto’s hip-hop scene continues to shine glroiously with the release of the official music video for Barras Luco by Ché Uno alongside DNTE and Asun Eastwood. This track serves as a masterclass in gritty, boom-bap lyricism.

Barras Luco emphasizes intricate rhyme schemes and a no-nonsense delivery. The verses are dense, packed with metaphors that showcase the technical prowess of all three artists.

If you appreciate complex wordplay and the classic sound of street-level hip-hop, Barras Luco is an essential addition to your playlist

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Daniel Son & Futurewave – Paid My Tolls / Kolors On Queen (Video)

More visual dope from Daniel Son and Futurewave’s latest project, Shattered Glass. Daniel Son’s scenery may have changed but his bars remain razor sharp and his chemistry with producer Futurewave…unparalleled. Shattered Glass is chocked full of short but potent gems, so make sure you check out the project…better late than never!

I’m just here to chase my goals.
Keep my head on a swivel through them late night strolls.
I’m the captain.
Can’t change my role.
Should I pay my tolls?
Pray it’s heaven where they place my soul

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Bop Alloy (Substantial & Marcus D) – You Don’t Have No Idea (Video)

I admittedly lost track of Substantial’s music at some juncture when QN5 ceased to be a collective. I have all of his early works, but missed on the Bop Alloy releases and probably anything within the last five plus years. That’s a mistake I am regretting. This song. You Don’t Have No Idea, is really an amazing and personal testament to the thw work, talent, and consistency it took to make a career out of music. He does it all with the backing of a well crafted bass line from producer Marcus D…that leads into some jazzy drums…and blends into a perfect hip hop head nodder allowing you to navigate Substantial’s musical career with him. One of the best tracks thus far in 2026. Off of the album, Masters Of Artistry.

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Sean Links x True Cipher – Jefe (Video)

Sean Links is an artist we can stand by. He never disappoints and he is delivering high quliaty hip hop on a regular basis. Case in point is this new video single, Jefe, from his just released album, Chalky White, produced by True Cipher. The whole thing knocks and his flow is uncompromising and unrelenting. I picked up the album on his bandcamp and you should too. Talent and art deserves meaningful recognition.

Picture me as a under boss.
When I flip like a bean somersault them
Machines dumping off Links the plug.
Got them seeds running off. I’m
On top and the underdog. You need a
verse. I can’t fuck with y’all

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Single You Out: Starvin B x One-Take – Free Lunch b/w Mulberry Street (ft. DJ Akil)

Starvin B is one of those artists where I have “active listening” for anything that he might be putting out musically. Over the last couple of years, things have been relatively quiet. He’s dropped a couple of videos, and a couple of singles, but out of the blue yesterday, I see that he’s got a new project with producer One-Take. To be fair, the project is a collection of tracks that span the course of a decade of musical collaboration, so this is not all 2026 musical material. But trust when I tell you that all tracks sound just as sharp as the day they were brought into this world. The project sounds cohesive and purposeful, and Starvin B illustrates over the course of eleven tracks why he is one of the elite emcees of this day and age. Fresh Out The Rotten, is a must have for anyone who loves hip hop and lyricism, and of course if you are a Starvin fan…you NEED this.

I decided to showcase the two most recent tracks that the two have done…Free Lunch and Mulberry Street. Check out the flow…especially on Mulberry Street..a relentless assault with expert breath control over a really dope production.

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Single You Out: DJ Mirage – Bass Out The Fortress (ft. Eto x Flee Lord x AZ)

Quite the single from DJ Mirage and producer Loui$ Menace and their upcoming project which I am really loooking forward to after hearing the last album, Background Check. There was so much dope on that project from last year, and after hearing Eto, Flee Lord, and AZ bless this track, the anticipation is high for his second release. Great production with some heavy lyrical hitters. Standout joint from some standout artists. Be on the look out for the album Darius this month!

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Single You Out: Mickey Blue – Villains For Hire (ft. Celph Titled x Starvin B x M-Dot)

If this track doesn’t get you up and moving this Saturday morning I don’t know what will?! You don’t have a pulse. This beat from producer Mickey Blue is nothing less than epic…the strings and the drums bring a new level of intensity for 2026. And then you literally have three of my favorite emcees blessing the track…and that’s not just in the last few years…Celph Titled, Starvin B, and M-Dot I consider to have some of the best pens and flows in hip hop. There is so many great quotables on this track. Do NOT miss this one! You can pick up the single HERE.