When I think of ‘tough’ bars these two are some of the first to come to mind. Nems and AG Da Coroner play like the Grim Reaper on this banger of a track (production?). This is some ‘go out and smack a hipster’ type of music.
Cool FD x Macabeats – The Fix (cuts by DJ Grazzhoppa)
Cool FD and Macabeats are back at it again with their new cut, The Fix. These guys are good and I mean really good. I don’t know these artists on a day in, day out basis but I can appreciate the work ethic and the talent they collaborate with and the consistency with which they do it. Working with DJ Grazzhoppa is always a win and I mention him every chance I get, because working with him gives your track a definitive boost. The track is smooth, yet bangs, while Macabeats drops some jewels:
…Keep it a 100 jack/ I’m trying to get my numbers back / Seven beats a week, chop a sample like a lumberjack / And when I start bubble Ima double back / Tell the haters Hi, then I run it back…It’s Mac!
Single You Out: Rahim Samad – Certified
Rahim Samad is not done making that dope music even after just releasing an album, Travel Properly: Motion Picture Soundtrack. This instrumental really compliments Samad’s flow considerably. It’s laid back and his voice just rises to the top, commanding attention. Samad is mad underrated in my mind but I can easily see him generating the buzz to push him to the next level.
Single You Out: Rubiks – Uh – Oh (Prod. Rich Kidd)
I was not familiar with Rubiks at all but I saw the at Rich Kidd did the production so I decided to check this track out. The end result of this collaboration is a really dope song. It’s got an uptempo and slightly industrial tone about it. The distorted guitar licks really give the track another dimension. Rubiks keeps a flow and tempo that give the track some excitement and the way he switches up his cadence really keeps things interesting. In the end both the production and emceeing make the track very dynamic.
He has a new mixtape set to drop entitled VOLUM3: Push Play #PushItRealGood.
Basik – Knowledge God II (ft. Da Kidd L.A) (Video)
The artist Basik hit me up on email and asked me to take a look at this video he had done. The moment struck me, and I think musically this track is pretty damn good. The dance moves at the end could use a little work…haha but lyrically it was tight. I especially liked Basik’s bars and flow as it had it’s own character (meaning it wasn’t just like everyone elses). He has a mixtape due out soon entitled False Idols so make sure you check for that.
Single You Out: Ancient Alienz – Ancient Alchemy
If you haven’t copped this Ancient Alienz joint by now, you all are sleeping on something immaculate. These guys are on some other shit lyrically and hopefully their much anticipated album is going to make it out soon. They have a unique style lyrically. They aren’t talking about the same ol’ same but at the same time, they aren’t dropping crazy material that is hard to follow either. They also have a knack for that dope production. Joey Juggz gets behind the boards on this one and the GZA along with the guitar work is that premium product. Check it!
Single You Out: F.T. – Forgive My Nightmares (ft. Bekay and Nutso)
The gems are raining today! F.T. and Musicman lace up a banger that induces craziness. I am a big fan of the sample Musicman uses on this track. It really makes this track go. But it goes without saying that F.T., Bekay, and Nutso all lend a heavy dose of lyricism to the cut making the listener feel just a little on edge.
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J57 – Been A Long Time (ft. ATR) (prod. by Exile) (Video)
This is one of my favorite tracks of 2014 and probably from the BBAS camp ever. The production from Exile when coupled with ATR’s vocals are the impeccable back drop for J57’s rise to the top.
If you are digging this make sure you check J57’s Wax Aesthetic EP.
Duncecap – Social Drinker (ft. Lt Headtrip) (prod. by Kon Hathaway) (Video)
Sorry my posting has lapsed. It probably won’t pick back up until later this month when I am fully settled in at the new crib, but I did want to share this new video from Duncecap off of his new EP, Generally Sad Songs. This song is a slap in the face or a pat on the back depending on your perspective to all the “social” drinkers out there. Regardless of the perspective is the fact that this is good music. I like the mingling of depravity and playfulness of the track. I hope to listen to the entire EP soon.
El Gant – Bases Loaded (ft. Infinity Gauntlet) (Video)
I just reviewed El Gant’s Beast Academy last week. It’s an album that has some incredible bars, and this joint is no exception. This time he brings in the Infinity Gauntlet camp for a little game of baseball. Except the only thing these listeners are going to catch are some hot lines. I am really hoping for an Infinity Gauntlet album soon because whenever these guys get on the mic, wonderful madness ensues.
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