New Substantial on the way and if the entire project sounds remotely as good as this Oddisee produced gem, we will be treated to a great album. Home Is Where The Art Is drops on September 4th.
Single You Out: Cayoz – Retrospect (ft. Ensilence)
I have gotten lost in Cayoz’s song writing before. He just has a knack for putting together meaningful bars. This is a single from his forthcoming album. Check for that in the near future.
AWAR: Elephant Gun (prod by. Jake One)
AWAR has been on my radar for more than just a couple of years. Many people got to hear music from him for the first time, but AWAR has been making music for much longer than that. I am glad he is getting the recognition he deserves though and this cut, Elephant Gun, is only add fuel to that fire. Jake One on the production, so you know it knocks. New album, The Laws Of Nature, drops next week.
Single You Out: Con-Man – Pipe Dreams
Con-Man goes in over a DJ Low Cut instrumental and talks about the ‘pipe dreams’ of other artists. He presents a realistic portrayal of what’s going on around him. DJ Low Cut laces a bluesy sample to give this joint some twang. All around good music.
His whole album, New England Minute is also available to listen to and download and is complete produced by DJ Low Cut.
Single You Out: Kon Boogie – About My Business (ft. Silent Knight)
This joint goes! It is self-produced by Kon Boogie as while as him laying down some dope lines with the much respected Silent Knight, and a little singing as well. Obviously this man is talented. He tells me his album is to arrive in the Fall. It’s a little ambiguous for my liking but I will be keeping my eyes and ears peeled for more news.
Single You Out: Sicarii – Fear No Man (feat. Tableek, Frank White & Blacastan)
I originally saw this joint posted by DotGotIt not that long ago and I gave it a listen. I was really impressed with the quality and checked out Sicarii’s album, Tomorrow Is A Lie. It is all equally up to par with the quality of this track.
Therefore if you enjoy this track, check out the man’s album.
Single You Out: Norman Ba$e – Biggie Smallz
I have this very general rule that I try not violate but every so often you hear something special and you have to make an exception. The rule on HHD is ‘no rapping on instrumentals’ to get posted. I generally want to hear some original production. But Norman Ba$e sent me a link to his SoundCloud page and I heard this track with him rhyming over N.O.R.E.’s Blood Money. He has a very authentic and gritty sound that I wanted to share and spotlight…so without further ado…Norman Ba$e
Single You Out: Miami Beat Wave – Succeed ft. ArtOfficial, Locos Por Juana, Omniscient & DaVincci
I’ve always enjoyed Miami Beat Wave production. They make really addictive rhythms and great songs. This is just another addition to the collection. Apparently they have a compilation dropping that this cut will be on…enjoy!
