Eddie Kaine and Finn have linked up for a new project, Quincy Street Blues. And Leave It To Me is a video single from that project. And as the song goes, it not Kaine, than who’s going to do it? You can count on him as an artist, and even doubly slow over some mellow good vibes from Finn.
Lord Juco & Finn – Wheel Of Fortune (Video)
The smooth vibes of Lord Juco and Finn once again commence on the track, Wheel Of Fortune, off of the Company II EP. It’s the soulful introspection we have come to expect from this collaboration. Enjoy!
Trademarc x Mopes- Bag Work (ft. 7L & Esoteric & Vinnie Paz) (Video)
Something dope and unexpected from the collective of Trademarc and Mopes, off of their Strange Famous release, Ham & Eggers.
I feel like I’ve showcased some music from Trademarc perhaps a few years ago, so his name rang a bell. And of course, you add some guest recognition in the way of 7L, Esoteric, and Vinnie Paz, you are going to garner some attention. Pretty nice track through and through, with some crafty lyricism, snapping drums, precise scratches, and a little wrestling flair for the visuals.
DJ AKIL & STARVIN B – Aliens (Video)
Damn. This single from DJ Akil and Starvin B is nice! But would you expect anything less? Actually this joint is nicer than nice. DJ Akil is lacing what strikes me as a 1970s Dragnet type of production with that that perfect hip hop flavor. The production is impeccable. As a matter of fact, you would be hard pressed to find better. And Starvin B shows us once again what an accomplished emcee he is. The flow is effortless…moving ideas and a dope turn of phrase bar by bar. Really enjoying this one.
Planetary Underworld is their new project that is dropping on September 2oth. Bookmark it!
Single You Out: Torah & Marco Polo – The Return
Oh lawd! This is a true and legitimate gift we have been given with “The Return” of music from Marco Polo and Torae. This is that hip hop forged in fire and perfectly molded for eardrums in 2023. It’s got the nostalgic property for those who remember the last project, but also clearly can stand on its own amongst today’s contemporaries.’
This is hip hop with punch on so many levels. Torae hits every bar with tenacity, and Marco Polo leaves nothing to the imagination making you feel each beat.
Really missed this union and can’t wait to hear more from the combination in the very near future. As a matter of fact, September 22nd, the new album, Midnight Run, drops. I can’t wait!
Single You Out: Crafsmen x Van Gunz- Scapegoat
I am going in my own backyward of Virginia to showcase some serious talent. I am pretty sure I showcased Crafsmen many moons ago, and now I found this gem on bandcamp with producer Van Gunz, Grizzled Vets. And this project has me hype. This is the perfect fusion of that clever lyricism and boom bap flavor. I am giving you this Scapegoat for you to sink your ears into. I guarantee you are going to feel the flow and that classical fueled boom bap.
Pounds – Paint Pictures (ft. Max Marciano) (Video)
Pounds has got another dope project out entitled, We Kill Everything We See. And in typical Pounds fashion, he drops dope doses of realness bar by bar, making it a sure shot listen, which I strongly suggest you pick up. On the track, Paint Pictures, he gets busy with the wordplay alongside Max Marciano over an 80s rock infused joint.
Single You Out: Kahlee x XP The Marxman – Don’t Take It Personal (ft. Tone Spliff) (prod. by DK)
Oh here’s some real illness coming from Kahlee and XP The Marxman in the form of the single, Don’t Take It Personal. The beat by DK is ridiculously good and Tone Spliff adds that special sauce to an already dope mixture. The bars are pen game are top notch as well. This is some real hip hop flavor here. I hope you enjoy as it’s definitely a favorite here.
DJ Jaymob & Ruste Juxx – Listen To This Shit Again (Video)
Who brings it more tough bars than Ruste Juxx? No One. He is tireless, relentless, and keeps delivering that raw hip hop for the masses. This time he does so over a DJ Jaymob banger. The two are very much in sync with bars and production. Top notch hip hop.
You can find this record on DJ Jaymob’s project, Paying Homage To Hip Hop. That’s a direct to purchase item, so support good hip hop.
Halfcut & Reks – Roses (Video)
Always good to hear some new music from Reks which was my drive to initially check out this cut. This is also the perfect pairing to the New Villain track we just posted. Again, it’s a celebration of life, savoring the moments and the memories, because they can all so soon be gone. Reks and and Halfcut both drop poignant verses on past losses and being in the present moment over a melodic production from Kuddie Fresh.
New collaborative project, Survival Mode, available on August 10th.
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