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Single You Out: DJ Mirage – Lift Up (ft. M-Dot x Big Shug x Lil Fame)

My timing is less than impeccable, however my ears are still super sharp. And if you haven’t checked out DJ Mirage’s new album, Background Check, I feel like you need to get on that. There are so many great songs on that project, but perhaps none greater than the posse cut featuring M-Dot, Big Shug, and Lil Fame, Lift Up.

This beat from Mirage is insane. The piano loop with those haunting vocals yield the perfect sounds for energetic and professional lyricism.

Check out a segment of M-Dot’s bars:

I bided my time, put work in, was patient / Watched rap decline, it was hurt from inflation / Lift up when tired, I’m finding my purpose / And anytime I sunk below, I climbed to the surface/ It’s grown man struggle, I’ve turned to strength / The microphone’s therapeutic, I’ve learned to vent.

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M-Dot & Confidence – Library Of Sound (2025)

Artist: M-Dot & Confidence

Album: Library Of Sound

Tracklisting:

  1. No Bail Out
  2. Rashad Opens The Curtain
  3. The Consistency
  4. Rollercoaster
  5. Roadwork (ft. Alexander Padei)
  6. The Reign (ft. Alexander Padei)
  7. Three Story Building
  8. Breathe In
  9. The Run Around (ft. Kore)
  10. Primavera (ft. Big Shug and Royal Flush)
  11. 24 to 1
  12. Don’t Know Why (ft. EMS)
  13. Connect The Dots (ft. G-Dot)

Notes:

His sound and words have resonated through these pages for a decade plus. His struggles and successes have in many ways inspired me to keep going…keep pressing. His sound and lyricism are for the people. It’s for the streets…it’s for those in their 9 to 5s…it’s for those who can celebrate their successes…and for those who take their losses. This is who M-Dot is.

With all that being said, M-Dot has made some amazing music over the years. He’s had some fantastic songs. He’s had game changing collaborations that one could only dream about. He has a lot to hang his hat on by the end of the day. But has he made his opus? Has he made the album where everyone says unequivocally: “That’s his best work!” Now enter producer, Confidence, and their latest album, Library Of Sound.

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Single You Out: Revalation x MKDel x Lateb – Lunar Stroll (prod. by C.G. The Producer)

Now this a treasure for your ears! Revalation, MKDel, and Lateb unravel their thoughts as though they were walking on the moon. This is joint is cerebral and thought provoking as emcees, MKDel and Revalation take us on journey through struggle, loss, searching, acceptance, and hope. C.G. The Producer, creates this beautiful soundscape for all of this soul searching to take place, and Lateb puts the finishing touches by laying a powerful and soulful chorus. All of the above make this song incredibly memorable with maximum replay value, so take the journey my friends!

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Alias Blekaut – These Days (ft. M-Dot and Kore) (Video)

Polish producer Alias Blekaut has got something cooking overseas right now with a project entitled The Long Flight coming up. He’s solicited some US emcees to flip on some of his production and here we have none other than long time friends and collaborators M-Dot and Kore delivering that relateable lyricism over a dope beat. Life is more than just comments and tag lines and M-Dot continues to give us that soul, fire, and angst with his pen and his cadence while Kore’s chorus is that tie that binds it all together. Really dope. Can’t wait to hear more off of this project.

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M-Dot – The Enemy Is Everywhere (ft. Benefit) (prod. by Vinny Idol) (Video)

One of my favorite tracks off of M-Dot’s new album, Daze Of Greed. The Enemy Is Everywhere is some Vinny Idol produced vengeance for your ears, as M-Dot just unleashes some pent up aggression. Over the years, as an HHD favorite we’ve seen him mature as an artist and created great concepts and craft great songs, but sometimes, you just need to let the lion out of the cage. HIs pen comes out hot on this one people!

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M-Dot – Daze Of Greed (2024)

Artist: M-Dot

Album: Daze Of Greed

Tracklisting:

  1. Greed Intro (prod. by Victor Keys)
  2. Willows Weep (prod. by M-Dot)
  3. Can’t Decide (prod. by Elliot the Producer)
  4. Hand In Hand (prod. by Pauly Cicero)
  5. Run Along (ft. Grand Puba) (prod. by The Might V.I.C)
  6. The Enemy Is Everywhere (prod. Vinny Idol)
  7. Certifiable (ft. Kore) (prod. Rawmatik)
  8. Close (prod. by Gajos)
  9. Essence Lifted (ft. Estee Nack & Ty Farris) (prod. by B Leafs)
  10. Unexpcted (ft. Big Shug) (prod. by Apollo Brown)
  11. Running Shoes (prod. by Roccwell)
  12. You And You (ft. Revalation) (prod. by M-Phazes)
  13. Avenues (ft. R.I.Q & Jay Cruz) (prod. by 88-Keys)
  14. Mic Check (prod. by Chill-ILL)

Review:

M-Dot is consistently featured on the site because he personifies what this site is about. It’s hard work, dedication, perseverance, and an uncompromising talent. Lots of trends and artists have come and gone in the last decade plus, meanwhile M-Dot is here with Daze Of Greed, showing once again that his way is the only way he walks.

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Pushing Buttons – Tough Times (ft M Dot, Lateb, Kore, 12 Finger Dan) (Video)

Second single from Pushing Buttons JUST released album, Full Level. Tough Times features M-Dot and Lateb, with Kore on the chorus. The song is a soulful, bluesy, and a neck-snapping that takes the listener through the pain, strife, and resilience it takes to make it in life. Some very heart felt and relatable bars on this joint. 12 Finger Dan is on the cuts and really makes this track pop even more than it already does. I also think this is one of the best animated videos I have seen.

Make sure you check out the album if you love the way this sounds!

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Kore – No Exceptions (ft. M-Dot) (Video)

I’ve aways been a fan of EMS’ Kore. He has a very unique, melodic style that I can definitely vibe with. And here he teams up with stalwart emcee and brethren, M-Dot.

The joint has a very dark undertow to it. For my take it seems like this is the notion when give into our vices, despair, and our darker selves. We can throw it all away…or have others do it for us, if we allow.

Dope and ominous track.

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M-Dot – Break (ft. Kore) (prod. by Gajos) (Video)

M-Dot exorcises some demons on his most recent single, Break, from his album, Ego and the Enemy 2: A Dissolute Paradise. Life is all about those highs and lows and M-Dot takes you below the heart’s sub-flooring to give you some gritty realism on this track. Bills need to be paid? Wifey questioning your fidelity? Friendships going by the wayside? Feeling that darkness? This is definitely a track you can relate to. Gajos on the beat and Kore on the hook!