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Top 50 Songs Of 2024

Here are some of my favorites songs from 2024 in independent hip hop. Again…not cumulative. I know your tastes my vary but maybe you will see something on the list you didn’t hear and enjoy. Click the song link to be taken to a youtube offering of that track. And as always…support the artist! Off to 2025!

Song ArtistNote
#1 T.I.M.E.K-Salaam, JdotL, Wrekonize, & Jae Skeese (ft. D.Lylez)This is the perfect song. The production is a vibe. The lyricism is fantastic. And the hook bridges perfectly!
#2 OppenheimerVega7 The Ronin & Ferris Blusa (prod. by Kalos Beats)Sometimes you just need a song to slap you in the face…this my friends is that slap. This joint is tough!!!
#3 Act Of GodEd OG (prod. by Tone Spliff)Our emcee has been doing this a long time…and he still knows how to craft GREAT music.
#4 DangerousBobby J From Rockaway & Dom DirteeThis joint not only knocks but can easily get caught in your head. Infectious.
#5 The MagnumDan Johns (ft. Amen)I’ve talked about this song at length. Trust me. Lyrics. Production. This is top notch.
#6 Fuck ItGrieves & Mouse PowellAnother anthem for when you can’t care. Exceptional musically and love the horns on this track.
#7 FlinchLocksmith (ft. Ekoh)If you are feeling like you are on the brink. Don’t give your enemies the satisfaction. Don’t Flinch.
#8 Spare ChangeJ. Lately (ft. Ian Kelly)The guitar licks. The vibe. And the style make this song play on in your head for days on end.
#9 Stupid. Dumb. Illiterate.Heems (prod. by Lapgan)This song has so much finesse and a great sound. The production and flow of the track is remarkable.
#10 Two Kids maticulous (ft. Elzhi)The art of storytelling is not lost in hip hop. Check out this case in point from 2024.
#11 OHLawdJ57 (ft. H3RO)This again is just beautiful music. I love this production , the chorus, and the lyricsm on display here.
#12 The WaySpit Gemz (prod. by Nickel Plated)Some music gives way to thought and makes you think with another light. This is that!
#13 CadillacBrother AliHipHop is primed to speak on social injustice and Brother Ali does that through his own story.
#14 DefianceIzrell & Dead PerrySometimes you just need something epic…dark and epic.
#15 Roc Nation BrunchMarv Won (ft. Freeway)Great concept, and creating a fun visual through words. Inventive.
#16 Delusions Of GrandeurK.A.A.N. & DJ HoppaThis is one of the best pairings of the year and you can hear exactly why on this track!
#17 Raised OnMic Bles & Level 13 (ft. ethemadassassin)I’ve talked about THIS track at length too. But this that authentic hip hop flavor!
#18 CloseM-Dot (ft. Kore)No one does that “life music” better than M-Dot. He speaks like you are in his shoes. You too are “close”.
#19 CrownsvilleRock & Ruste JuxxThe tandem takes you into the streets of Crownsville in the illest way possible.
#20 Broken MirrorsJae Skeese & SuperiorSkeese speaks to me on this one. Wow. Music that makes you feel something is invaluable.
#21 My Nephew and INef & Bobby J from RockawayThis beat from Nef! One of the best, and wow, Bobby J just continues to impress. Sure shot!
#22 Courtleigh ChemistDaniel Son & FinnHere you have a producer and emcee in perfect step delivering that head nodder.
#23 Budda PalmZaZa God“I’m Big Anubis…The Ra Royal!” This track just goes incredibly hard.
#24 What I’m AskingPro DillingerIs your relationship stressing you to the limits? Dillinger taps in. You know you’ve been there.
#25 HomeWaterr & Wavy Da Ghawd (ft. Spoda)One of the hardest working emcees in 2024 delivered many great moments but this is among my favorites.
#26 Sins Of The FatherSupreme Cerebral (ft. Eloh Kush and O The Great) (prod. by Swab)Swab laces a beautiful canvas and these emcees put it to work. One of the best posse cuts this year.
#27 Lunar StrollCG The Producer (ft. Revalation x MKDel x Lateb)Let your mind drift as though it was on a space walk. This song will help you. Great song.
#28 A Different Kind Of PayneRJ Payne & BPPayne gets deep and personal over some eloquent BP production. Hear the inner pain.
#29 LessonsWillie The Kid & VDon (ft. Eto and Rome Streetz)Another one of the best combos in the game unleashed excellence this year. And this is among the best.
#30 Symbiote SuitsDaniel Son & FuturewaveVicious. This joint is just vicious. If the phantom of the opera hit the streets, this is the epic it will tell.
#31 Illuminati MoneyPlanet Asia & 38 Spesh (ft. Klass Murda and Tristate)Spesh and Asia win again combining all their superlatives for another banger. This beat and these lyrical skills…wow.
#32 Korean KimchiJay Royale (ft. Vega7 The Ronin)Jay Royale is vastly underrated. Such a talent! Here you can listen to him deliver alongside Vega7 over a really dope production. Love the vocal sample.
#33 LoFiGuttr (Havoc x RJ Payne x Ras Kass)Hip Hop supergroup put the industry back in it’s place with this one. Lyrical swordplay over some glorious production from Havoc.
#34 We Never Believe AnybodyDouble Life (L*Roneous x Gennessee)Two emcees with distinctly different styles that unite to do something so dope…time and time again…favorite song off this year’s project.
#35 Green ScreenCopywrite (prod. by Evidence)Lyricism you are accustomed to from Copy over the years and doing so over the freshest of beats from Ev.
#36 The Iron I TossThe Bad Seed (ft. MIMS x Honey Dinero x Nam Nitty) (prod. by JR Swiftz)You want a dope posse cut? I got you. 6th Man shit! JR Swiftz laces the production as each emcee shows and proves.
#37 Hour After HourTek & Stu Bangas“No success without sacrifice…life without music” Tek and Stu Bangas created something memorable in 2024
#38 Gucci GambinosMickey Diamond (ft. Pro Dillinger)Umbrella over everything! Diamond and Dillinger over Big Ghost…you know it’s godly. Super tough.
#39 Mask On, Mask OffMaze Overlay & SwabBest song off of a great album from 2024. Maze and Swab give you some dope hip hop that knocks.
#40 Born Alone, Die AloneSnak The RipperYou want to hear the rock bottom of unhinged? Here we go! Snak delivers the darkness in the dopest way possible.
#41 EsotericSkyzooI said it before and I will say it again, Skyzoo is a PROFESSIONAL emcee. You can hear that on this excellent cut!
#42 Los AngelesBlu & EvidenceFrom their city to yours! Blu and Ev bring a piece of California to your eardrums with their superlative tradecraft.
#43 Master SeminarEyeree Beats (ft. Jay Royale, Snotty, and Supreme Cerebral)Producers getting their due on HHD. Beautiful production with right emcees to do the job!
#44 OMGPhilmore GreenOne of the best albums of the year also has one of the best songs. Great lyricism, production, and scratches.
#45 Heat WaveMurderers Row (Outerspace x King Syze x Reef The Lost Cause)Really looking forward to this full project. So great to hear these guys deliver such heat on the same song.
#46 Money On The LineChuck N Lock (prod. by Oppenheimer)The tandem never fails to deliver bars that make you rewind profusely. A style unto themslves. Genius.
#47 So LongParadimeParadime can make some great songs! This one has you reminiscing and singing that chorus alongside him.
#48 ListenV-StylesIntrospective and thought provoking music that will get you to do exactly that…Listen!
#49 Blood In, Blood OutBozack Morris (ft. Asun Eastwood x Lex Tallonis)Some songs on this list are just filthy. This song fits that category. Morris unleashes the sinister on this one!
#50 The SummitKail Problems & DJ HoppaAnother fiya beat from DJ Hoppa lends itself to another win with Kail Problems delivering bar after dope bar.
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Top 10 Albums 2024

I know how people feel about lists. These are simply HHD’s personal recommendations for the albums we enjoyed most in 2024. There were so many to consider and inevitably this is not a total of all the great music that was released this year, merely our favorites. Assuredly many dope releases that are deserving of recognition are not on this list. Out of 355 albums that were purchased this year, THESE are the ones I present to you as our Top 10 and do so humbly out of respect to all the artists who share their craft with us.

#1

The #1 album of 2024 is none other than Skyzoo’s, Keep Me Company. Skyzoo has a catalog of dope releases over the last couple of decades, and as some artist’s taper and diminish, he is creating his best works. He is the “emcee’s emcee“. His wordplay, concepts, and just charisma on the microphone are undeniable on this his latest album. He is a one man showcase, displaying unparallel talent with this album! Favorite Tracks: Finders Keepers, Courtesy Call, Esoteric

#2

The number two album of the year in my mind belongs to Philmore Green, with his project, The Grand Design. And that’s an extremely fitting name. In this album is woven, a city, an experience, a tale, a man, and his music. You can’t take a piece of that away, or else the album loses it’s identity. This album strikes as the embodiment of being an artist and a man in Chicago. It’s as if Chicago was speaking through him. Favorite Tracks: Street Lights, OMG, Stay Gone

#3

Bobby J From Rockaway and Dom Dirtee strike hip hop gold with their collaborative album, Higher. This is an album made for the fans, by artists who are elite in their craft. There is a sound for every mood and endeavor. Every vibe and moment is tapped into by our artists for this album. Whether your mind is in attack mode, a somber state, or just simply want to vibe out. This album was made for YOU in mind. Favorite tracks: Higher, Dangerous, Break Me Down

#4

With our #4 favorite album of the year we bring you Heems and Lapgan with their album, LAFANDAR. It released much earlier this year and is my MOST listened to album in 2024. I can’t get enough of the sounds that Lapgan curated to give this project a vibe all unto itself while letting Heems unleash bravado, observation, and humor in the cleverest of ways. It’s just a unique and captivating release. Favorite Tracks: Stupid Dumb Illiterate, I’m Pretty Cool

#5

We again have a city and artist collide for the makings of our #5 album, Los Angeles, by Blu & Evidence. I was not immediately taken by this album, because the expectations of a Blu and Evidence were enormous. But listen after listen, I began to hear the brilliance and the music resonate with me. It became more exceptional with each play and is an album, you must delve further into! Favorite Tracks: Los Angeles, LA Traffic, Wish You Were Here

#6

Unabating and relentless is how I would describe the #6 album on our list. Locksmith pulls no punches with, No Atheists In Foxholes. He is aggressive yet insightful, but ALWAYS with the touch of one of the most preeminent pens and flows in hip hop. He is able to tackle self-reflection, social commentary, vulnerability, and confidence like no one else in the game. Favorite tracks: I Meant It, Watch Your Mouth, Flinch

#7

Rockness Monsta and Ruste Juxx keep the spirit of Sean Price alive to the fullest with the release of Crownsville. Our #7 album of the year is the embodiment of the art that Duck Down has represented since the early 1990s. And when the sidewalks talk we listen! Ruste and Rock combine elite talent with chemistry on the mic that was more than impressive over some of the best beats in 2024. Favorite Tracks: Crownsville, Crash Ya Whip, Sean Lives On

#8

Speaking of chemistry we need to talk about what Finn and Daniel Son did with their album Hare Brained Schemes which clocks in as the HHD #8 release of 2024. I love Daniel Son as an emcee. And he has put out a ton of dope projects the last few years, but what I love on this release is how Finn laces this melodic production that showcases Daniel Son’s talent and dexterity on a new level. Favorite Tracks: Courtleigh Chemist, Chalk Brothers, Fall Breeze

#9

At #9, we have Maze Overlay, with his Swab backed release, Enzo. Now by the time of this writing, I think Maze has seven albums in 2024 which is prolific, and all range from quite good to excellent. But Maze and Swab crafted something a little more haunting with this release and I love how emcee and producer fed off of one another to create this unique and ominous sound. Favorite Tracks: Respect The Brand, Mask On Mask Off, Phlex

#10

With #10 we are going with K.A.A.N. and DJ Hoppa’s Delusions Of Grandeur. Hoppa creates a chaotic masterpiece that is equal to K.A.A.N.’s frenetic pace. It is a dark, girtty, and sometimes unnerving body of work, but also one of the most cohesive albums you will find this year. It’s hip hop from the padded room. So journey through the mind! Favorite Tracks: Nightmare, Delusions Of Grandeur, Kiss The Ring

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Skyzoo – Esoteric (Video)

Skyzoo…what can we say about Skyzoo? The man is the consummate emcee. The emcee’s emcee. There is not a flow like this in the game. It is inricate, breathless, and almost sounds effortless which I think is a trademark of a professional. The sound of the single, Esoteric, is melodic, but the poetry and meaning is dense. Have your rewind button handy…it’s going to need the work! DJ Manipulator on the beat!

Keep Me Company is out NOW! And you need that!

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BP Infinite – Kill or be Killed (ft RJ Payne & Skyzoo) (Video)

I’ve said this a few times but BP is such a great producer. He has an elite talent for making beats and that ability is once again on full display collaborating with two of the finest emcees doing it right now, RJ Payne and Skyzoo. The production with the organ keys in the background really push this joint and the emcees each showcase their capabilities. Payne brings that aggressive delivery to the mic, and Skyzoo smoothly transitions into his own smooth deliveries. Love this joint off of BP’s recently released album by the same name, Kill Or Be Killed. This is another strong recommendation. Pick up this album!

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Top 25 Songs Of 2023

I think I have probably about 4,000 hip hop songs added to my library in 2023 so it’s no small feat to narrow it down to the Top 25 for the year, hence my time in taking to create this list. I could spend an eon trying to make a longer and more inclusive list. But the songs mentioned below were “no-doubters”. I play them over and over in a world where new music is released daily. This list is personal, but they are obvious recommendations of music I know that you would love and enjoy. It’s also a tribute to artists making this remarkable music. So have at it. I have also put a short blurb as to why the joint was favored and enjoyed along with links to the artist and music where applicable. Here are my favorite independent hip hop joints of 2023 in their respective order.

 

  1. Waterr & Lupara - Whenever The Drama Comes (ft. Defcee): I obviously thought alot about the top joint in 2023 and landed here. First, Bohemia Lynch crafts a beautiful production that is in perfect sync for the emcees who drop both exceptional and thought provoking lyricism. And Waterr’s chorus was the perfect bridge to it all.
  2. Paradime – The Reign:  While this joint was not on his actual album but on a single, it still held the highest of places for me musically this year. The music, lyricism, and chorus were all top notch, and resonated with me since it dropped. Just a dope body of work.
  3. DJ Access & Meeco (ft. Dice Payne) – Honestly:  Speaking of a song that can get stuck in your head over and over again. This is a head nodder and a half, and Dice Payne’s has so much style in his flow and lyricism.
  4. Nef & Bobby J From Rockaway (ft. Hush) 718213 Interlude: This was a favorite from the jump. This flip is incredible and brings such energy. The verbal exchange with this production is just special.
  5. DJ J Hart – Brookland (ft. RIM and Eddie Kaine): - Speaking of exchanges…there is NO BETTER collaboration than RIM and Kaine. None. And DJ J Hart sets off this duo with a banger.  Not since Smooth and Trigga. This is a flamethrower.
  6. Speaker Bullies – Bad Rap: - I could have gone with a couple of songs from this album, but Praise and Supastition brought so much energy and dopeness on this one. It had to be this one in my mind. Great album by the way.
  7. Maze Overlay - Atonement:  Powerful song. This is just something that spoke to me which is what music is supposed to do. The whole feeling of redemption and making a path forward is more than relatable.
  8. DJ Akil & Starvin B – Aliens: This is a straight hip hop joint right here. It’s boom bap in it’s purest form with a Dragnet appeal. I dare you to try and stop your head from nodding.
  9. Supastition – Cold Blood:  This is another one I can feel to my core. And Supastition may be one of the most relatable emcees who has ever done it. He conveys his and thoughts in the dopest of fashions and allows his story to speak to yours.
  10. Will4Prez & Hobgoblin – The League: This is the most slept on artist of the year. No doubt in my mind. And he is verbal flame thrower! These bars I will put up against anyone. And Hobgoblin is one of the dopest producers. 
  11. Living Legends – If I Was Car: The Legends were back collectively in 2023 and what a blessing for hip hop fans everywhere. There’s a reason they have “legend” in the name. The creativity of this track coupled with the funk makes this track, well….fun…!
  12. J. Rawls & Cas Metah – Seven Kings: Yes this is the best posse cut of the year. Rawls laces the perfect beat for so many talented emcees to rock over. And EVERYONE on this track demolishes. So much talent condensed into five minutes can’t be ignored.
  13. Mickey Diamond – Tex Avery: I could have put five Mickey Diamond tracks on this list. In my mind, he rules the roost in hip hop right now. He delivers dope music after dope music, but this song knocked the hardest to me! “One Eye Open….Fetty Wap”
  14. RJ Payne – The Rack: Putting this next to Tex Avery is no accident…that plus this song from RJ Payne and Cartune Beatz are too tough for the competition. I listened to this relentlessly. Payne’s pen game is next level.
  15. Kahlee & XP The Marxman - Don’t Take It Personal: A union of west coast talent proves to be a problem on with this single. Dope production with Tone Spliff on the cut makes this such a memorable hip hop joint!
  16. Planetary – Ruin Ya Life: The Outerspace veteran delivered a great solo album, and showcases a career built on talent. He’s still razor sharp with his wordplay. 
  17. Substance810 & Hobgoblin – Untimely Demise: Off of one of the better albums in 2023, this joint again puts talent on full display. This production by Hobgoblin is fantastic and brings the best out of Substance810. This joint is vicious.
  18. 38 Spesh – Dark & Grim: Short but ominous describes this joint. Very few possess the talent that Spesh does. Production and emceeing are at the upper echelons. And even though this joint is short, it’s potent.
  19. Real Bad Man & Blu – The Golden Rule (ft. CL Smooth): So much talent on this track. Real Bad Man is an incredible producer and not mentioned enough. And these artists really blend and shine.
  20. Spit Gemz – Abbadon: Nobody drops it with more intensity than Spit Gemz. He delivers every bar like he was taking head shots. Such great mic presence.
  21. Skyzoo & The Other Guys – Straight Drop: Who is smoother than Skyzoo on the mic? Who? When I think of microphon charisma, this is where I turn and The Other Guys know exactly how to do smoooooth.
  22. Boot Camp Click – Wotcha Call Strength: Not very many groups in hip hop can stand with the talent in the Boot Camp Click, and they decided to let you all know in 2023 that they still deliver in ferocious fashion. Message delivered.
  23. Eddie Kaine & BP Infinite – Forever: I know you feel this. BP is another producer more people should give dues to. This guy concocts memorable production. Listen to this vocal loop! And Kaine demonstrates that he’s on his “shit forever”. Love this joint.
  24. DJ Low Cut – Last Day (ft. Daniel Son): Low Cut is back and brought in the incomparable Daniel Son to assassinate some epic production. These two artists once again prove to be a force on this one.
  25. Boldy James & Chanhays – Strange World: Last track for this list was not easy but I think Boldy and Chanhays aced it with this song. Harmonious. Beautiful. And meaningful. You can’t miss.
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Speaker Bullies (Supastition & Praise) – Godspeed (ft. Skyzoo) (Video)

What else can I speak on about this song? We featured the single last week and this week we get the video. It’s one of the dopest joints out from 2023, which makes the forthcoming album, Art Of Disrespect (due out July 7th) one of the most anticipated of the year. Between this cut, and their single Bad Rap, the Speaker Bullies are building a buzz that’s impossible to ignore. Again featuring an amazing verse from Skyzoo, Supastition and Praise are doing something remarkable.

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Single You Out: Speaker Bullies – Godspeed (ft. Skyzoo)

New single from the combination of Supastition and Praise as the Speaker Bullies, and this time the track features none other than Skyzoo.

Praise laces an uptempo and high energy banger for some of the most talented and accomplished emcees to ever do it. The talent level on this track is high and the duo plays really well together. There is a smoothness and effortless way that both Supa and Skyzoo flow. These artists have done things their way and on the merits of their own talent and persistence.

Can’t wait to hear the new album, The Art Of Disrespect, which drops on July 7th. You are going to need that!

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50 Best Songs Of 2022

Lists of this magnitude are tough to do and I take a great deal of pride in crafting. I think the first ten to fifteen are easy to distinguish and then after, I think the places can be somewhat become interchangeable. All great tracks, where the pecking order becomes less discernible. So many artists could have been included multiple times on this list, but then we lose depth. Artists like Mickey Diamond and Jay Royale could have had multiple entries. As it stands only one emcee, Ransom, got two tracks selected for this list.

In the end, this is a testament to the strength of hip hop in 2022. We can agree to disagree on many points but maybe you will find something dope you hadn’t heard or a new artist to support. This is my hope.

Thanks for your time and readership!

-Stef aka thathiphopguy

SongArtistNotes
#1 – Done M-Dot & Apollo BrownThis is the track that sets the tone for the entire year and this is what M-Dot and Apollo Brown typify: Hard work and talent!
#2 – Unruly Vandal & NottzA song that gets caught in the head and does not let go. It is a personal anthem.
#3 – Power Nap Nicholas Craven & Boldy JamesBoldy and Craven is a beautiful union and nobody makes me crave a little rest like this cut. Beautiful music.
#4 – A Most Dreadful Symphony Ransom & V DonThis song’s whole vibe gives me chills.
#5 – Chain GretzkyMickey Diamond & Big GhostNo song went harder than this in 2022.
#6 – War I BringSherm LaRock & MidazNo song went harder than this in 2022…except above
#7 – Area 57 (ft. Skyzoo)J57Dope rhymes. Fluid flows. A Change Up. Perfect.
#8 – QtnaDefcee & BoathouseFrom the best album of 2022, you would expect a Top 10 song.
#9 – Highly Favored (ft. Bub Styles & Mickey Diamond)Ty Farris & Slim OneIt’s raw hip hop with a fantastic producer and three consummate emcees.
#10 – Linchpins (ft. Prince Po)Guilty SimpsonThe strings are glorious and the rhymes abound.
#11 – Everywhere I Go (ft. Muja Messiah, Guilty Simpson, and Copywrite)Dub SonataThe connections and cohesion on this joint are unparalleled. So clever!
#12 – Paint Pictures (J.Rocc Remix)XP The MarxmanHip-Hop holds true to it’s purest form on this joint.
#13 – The Most ExaltedIAMGAWDPen game is strong with this one. Glorious.
#14 – 3xMadhattan & NVPied Piper type smooth. Follow the flute and dope flow.
#15 – Sal’s Pizza 38 Spesh & Harry FraudSpesh and Fraud are an elite combination, and you can hear it here.
#16 – Why BitchStarvin B & DustyVibesStarvin B is a regular on these lists and this year is no different.
#17 – No Time To Waste (ft. Jadakiss)Apathy & Stu BangasIf you love sick lyricism this is the joint for you.
#18 – Cancel Myself Ren Thomas & Brutal CaesarYou make a mockery of hip hop so Thomas and Caesar make a mockery of you.
#19 – Immortals (ft. Casual)Lunar HeightsGreat track and the Casual cameo is spot on.
#20 – Keeper Of The FlameMooch & Oh JaySmooth track and crisp flow.
#21 – Gunsmithz (ft. Phat Kat, Asun Eastwood, Recognize Ali)Ol’ Man 80zzzAnother track in 2022 that knocks harder than most.
#22 – Stuck In Our Ways (ft. Rigz, MAV, Mooch)Real Bad ManIt’s Da Cloth!!! Flames!
#23 – Carlito & KleinfeldJay Royale & Kool G RapIt’s that certified street shit featuring a legend with one of today’s strongest.
#24 – Bone TomahawkSpit GemzThis is an intro to Gemz project and packs a lot of heat in a minute’s time.
#25 – Fire Slingers (ft. Snak The Ripper)N.B.S.Yeah. This track stays true to the namesake. They are spitting flames on here.
#26 – Scud MisslePlanet Asia & SnowgoonsLegends unite to give you this heat rock. These guys are at the pinnacle of their craft.
#27 – Roar Of The LionsEl GantAnother track that just “feels” like hip hop. It gets you hype to be a fan.
#28 – SlayJohaz & NottzNottz does it again this time taking you to church with Johaz.
#29 – Dis Could Be BadMAVIt could be bad, but MAV is oh so good.
#30 – Raekwon’s Table Ullnevano & God Sense BeatsNot all are worthy to sit at Raekwon’s Table. But these artists show and prove.
#31 – Lo PanTeek HallTeek Hall is name you should know and when this song gets caught in your head, you’ll remember.
#32 – Hans Gruber (ft. Lil Fame)Wais P & Pete TwistBruce Willis may not approve but the hip hop community agrees this is a banger.
#33 – Diamond Backs (ft. Daniel Son)Maze OverlayNorthside and AZ link up over some Farma heat.
#34 – CompromisedRansomRansom is too talented to not make this list twice.
#35 – Guerrero (ft. Westside Gunn)Benny the ButcherThe power and talent of Griselda is undeniable. This joint feels like it was actually made in a lab.
#36 – Triple Threat (ft. RIM & Frankky Smaccz)Eddie KaineFlamethrower bars over some production from the talented Hobgoblin.
#37 – Both SidesThe TangiersEvery time this cut comes on, my head nods instantly. Drops heavy.
#38 – One Bridge (ft. Fashawn & K-Prez)SnowgoonsThe organ that drives this track is the perfect set up. And the emcees give such great energy!
#39 – Bars After BarsFatt Father & DJ Jewels BabyThe Wu-Tang flip is insane and the bars and flow speak for themselves.
#40 – Museum Piece (ft. Torae)Napoleon Da Legend & Just Music BeatsThis song has the necessary hype and talent equivalent to make the list. Lyricism for days.
#41 – Hamster Wheel LocksmithOne of the most authentic artists in hip hop delivers a virtuoso performance.
#42 – TyrantShabaam Sahdeeq & John Jigg$Two of my favorites link up for some lyrical gold here.
#43 – Dudesovadere (ft. Dro Pesci)Mic HandzThis project is full of bangers and needs to be heard. This is just one of those harbody tracks.
#44 – Too ConvincedNelson Dialect & BigBobThis joint is just so melodic. It honestly should be higher on this list but what’s done is done. Incredible track.
#45 – Queens GambitShaz Illyork & Buon AnniSo good to hear Illyork over these banging beats from Buon Anni.
#46 – Big Coffins (ft. Mickey Diamond and Pro Dillinger)SnottyIt’s The Umbrella posse cut that bodies the competition.
#47 – Bill and Fame (ft. Tone Spliff)The Bad SeedA tribute of sorts to M.O.P. and no one is more set to do it properly than Seed!
#48 – RiotDaniel Son x Futurewave x 36 CypherYes. This joint could easily cause a riot. Everything is intense on this cut.
#49 – It’s Like That (ft. DJ Grazzhoppa)Supreme CerebralSupreme Cerebral slays tracks and he takes this rock infused beat and wreaks havoc.
#50 – Gawds Wrath Massacre (ft. Don Streat x Rico Blox x J Fliz x Jae Hussle x Street Da Villain)Slik Jack & Kng Bondalero)I needed to set off the list with this ill posse cut because this beat by Bondalero is an anthem.
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Skyzoo & Pete Rock – It’s All Good (Video)

By now the word has fully gotten out that producer extraordinaire, Pete Rock is linking up with the illustrious wordsmith Skyzoo for the project, Retropolitan.  I have already put my pre-order in because this is the music legends are made of.    You can tell by this first single,   It’s All Good, that the chemistry and vibe is there.   That will undoubtedly carry through the entire project.

Can’t wait for the entire project!