I don’t think there has been a more productive crew in 2011 than the Brown Bag AllStars. It seems like every week one of the members has something new to share. This DJ Brace remix to Got It All is my favorite track to their recently released, Brown Bag Season, Vol. 1. The video is pretty entertaining.
Final Outlaw – Invado (Video)
I have dug a few songs that Final Outlaw has done and this video hit my inbox yesterday and I thought I would share it. I love how they mad this video really dark and the flames moving in as they were burning a photograph was a really nice touch. Props to the director on that. Final Outlaw has a new project dropping shortly so you definitely want to check for that.
Locksmith – Breaking Point (Video)
One of my favorite emcees reppin’ the West Coast. Locksmith has that unique blend of ill lyricism, keen observation, and edginess. He reminds me a little bit of Ras Kass on how he appeals to a very diverse audience. Breaking Point comes off of his Free EP, I AM LOCK, which you can download here. Be on the lookout for his collaborative LP with SKIBEATZ entitled, Embedded. That drops on November 15th.
The Regiment: Battle Cry (Video)
This video for Battle Cry was released in conjunction with their album, The Panic Button, dropping yesterday. I gave it one listen yesterday and really dug the sound of it all. This song definitely bangs and if you like what you hear make sure you cop the album.
The Regiment – First Mondays (EP)
Artist: The Regminent
Album: First Mondays EP
Source: Kevin Nottingham
Tracklisting:
01. Detroit Hip Hop (prod. by Newstalgia)
02. The New Danger (feat. Kaimbr) (prod. by Newstalgia)
03. Don’t Judge Me (prod. by DJ Qvali)
04. The Show Goes On (feat. Bodega Brovas) (prod. by Beatnick Dee)
05. Failure (feat. Vincent J Kelley) (prod. by Soulution)
06. Presidential Suite (feat. Magestik Legend) (prod. by Soulution)
Note:
The Regiment’s album, The Panic Button, is due out in a little less than a week and I thought I would share their collection of tracks that they have been putting out for a few months now. They are all pretty dope though The New Danger featuring Kaimbr is probably my favorite. I expect this album to be very good base upon what I have heard from the Detroit duo and Kevin Nottingham has a pretty solid track record thus far of releasing dope music on his HIPNOTT Records imprint.
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Single You Out: Blacktivity – Knuckle Sandwhich
Bunch of artists are hitting my Twitter line today. A lot of cosigns going on as well which is what lead me to listen to this joint from Blacktivity entitled, Knuckle Sandwhich. I like the Illtone’s (The Lyricists) voice a lot. It commands your attention. The way the Bandcamp page reads i looks like there may be a full project dropping in November. If I get more information on that, I will let you know.
Single You Out: Jedi Mind Tricks – Target Practice
Saw JMT retweet this on their twitter line and I am all about a new Jedi Mind Tricks record! This time around Vinnie Paz and Jus Allah work mics without Stoupe behind the boards and there really doesn’t seem to be anything wrong with that as this track bangs. Target Practice is just the first taste of Violence Begets Violence dropping on October 25th.
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DJ Brans – Worldwide ft. M-Dot and Armageddon (Video)
I brought you the single last week and now I bring you the visuals and all I can say is…WOW. This cut is dope and this video is on par with music. I love what they did with the lighting in the hand gestures. The whole concept of a pseudo battle taking place between these two very ill emcees is a good look. It would be cool to do a whole album as such. DJ Brans album BRANStorm is dropping this year and if this cut is any indication, I will definitely be copping.
Kyle Rapps – On Air Mixtape (2011)
Artist: Kyle Rapps
Album: On Air Mixtape
Source: Can’t Remember
Tracklisting:
1. Lost Message
2. Streets Move On
3. Universe Traveler (ft. Talib Kweli)
4. Angel
5. J’ai Dormi
6. Modular (ft. C-Rayz Walz)
7. Lost In Translation
8. Love Love 2 (ft. KRS-One & Homeboy Sandman)
Note:
This is my first time noting, Kyle Rapps musical efforts on this site. I have previously listened to his other releases, Great and ReEdutainment, and while I think those were both good, I think On Air really takes a giant step forward. I really enjoy listening to Kyle’s flow on this joint. It’s slow and deliberate but still shows a lot of personality. His lyrics are also very accessible and relate able. There are a lot of dope guest shots but none of them really overshadow what Kyle Rapps has done with this project.
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