There’s a lot to be optimistic about today, and one of the reasons is Natural Elements is still making amazing music together after all these years. Now they don’t crank out music as prolifically as they did when they did when they were younger but each time they do they make it count. Here, Swigga, Mister Voodoo, and A-Butta reflect on the changes in their lives and the things that they are thankful for. They do so over a soulful production from I.G Nexus.
Single You Out: Brutal Caesar & Shyste – Nuthin’ Nice
Producer Brutal Caesar links up with wordsmith Shyste for this smooth yet filthy song, Nuthin’ Nice. Shyste shows you a nasty flow over this production with hard hitting drums and a melodic sample.
Single You Out: DJ Design – The Blues (ft. Phat Kat & Elzhi)
DJ Design calls upon Detroit to add some verbal fuel to his fire for the song, The Blues, featuring Phat Kat and Elzhi. Hard to put my finger on the origin of this beat which is a great thing, meaning it transcends me putting a label on it, but it leads with a 70s-esque sample that lends itself to our emcees weaving their tales and observations. Innovation in music!
Comet MadMen – Teflon Threads (Video)
Banger on deck! Duck your heads if these shots were headed in your direction. Comet Madmen comes in with some bar work keeping his verse clear and concise for all those who try to muddle their verses between their teeth! And he brings us some convincing NYC boom bap terror with Sean Lo lighting a flammable beat. This one should def be garnering some attention. It’s too good!
Skanks the Rap Martyr – Misery (ft. AJ Lee) (Video)
The ever talented Skanks the Rap Martyr gets a little creative with this song and video, Misery, from his forthcoming album M.O.S.T 2 (Minister Of Severe Torture). With accomplice AJ Lee they set their own rendition of Steven King’s Misery. A tale of a woman obsessed with a man, that winds up drugged and tied to the bed, who then winds escapes up escaping with his life. Clever verses that work well within the chorus set up this hip hop rendition! Amadeus360 sets the panic with the production!
Single You Out: Vinnie Paz – Blood Bank Affair (ft. Eamon)
Another banger from Jedi Mind Tricks frontman, Vinnie Paz. Scott Stallone and The Czar Keys, lace something with a little rock infusion that sounds really good as Paz unleashes another salvo at the target audience. Definitely a joint you can’t help but nod your head to as you continue to listen. Eamon on the vocals for the chorus that almost gives it a ‘coliseum’ vibe. Fight club music!
Supastition – Look At God! (ft. E.Smitty) (Video) (Short Version)
Supastition is back! And if you don’t know, that means ‘real man rap’ is also back in the building. Supa’s been taking us on the highs and lows of life for over two decades, and on the track, Look At God!, he allows us to see some of what’s at the peak! This short video incapsulates the recognition and resiliency of what needed to be done to avoid serious pitfalls and achieve goals.
He has a new EP which I strongly suggest you all cop on his bandcamp. I am often time indifferent to where we purchase are music (as long as we purchase) but this man deserves direct support, so please go check out an pick up his EP, All That Was Left Unsaid.
Spit Gemz x Nickel Plated – Ice Pick Lobotomy (cuts by Jon Doe ATL) (Video)
No artist has commanded more listening in my music library than Spit Gemz. His discography and talent runs deep. And for me it’s a combination of things. He fuses religious imagery and an extensive knowledge with the street wisdom and creates superlative music. He also has a knack for dope beats, and he’s got a heat rock right here from Nickel Plated, with sinister scratches from Jon Doe ATL. You get it all on the single, Ice Pick Lobotomy.
Be on the lookout for a new offering on June 2nd, as Gemz and Nickel Plated put their feets on the necks of demons once more in the project, Eulogy For The Devil.
Single You Out: Death At The Derby – Ukrainian Undertakers
The incomparable duo of Cousin Feo and Lord Juco take us to the fields of war torn Ukraine for their latest release as Death At The Derby. With production from Graymatter and cuts from DJ Dubplates, we get an introduction to Ukrainian soccer lore courtesy of hip hop’s afficionados.
Copywrite – Turn The Page (ft. Slug) (Video)
Copywrite and Slug team up for a heart felt and thought-provoking song from the newly released album, The Last Supper. The sample while familiar takes on a different entity in the venerable hands of producer Swab. It’s somber and emotional as the artists have different yet personal perspectives on what it means to Turn The Page.
Copywrite has returned with a great vengeance with this new album that features so many great emcees and producers. Don’t miss out!
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