Monday 23 June 2014

Beat Butcha on Behind The Beats with The Drum Broker (Video)

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If you're unfamiliar with the production that Beat Butcha has supplied over the years, then you need to play catch up. From his early work with UK artists such as Paragon and Jehst, Mr. Probz from The Netherlands to the US heavyweights he's working with now like Mobb Deep and Danny Brown, that really is only the tip of the iceberg.

Get more acquainted with Beat Butcha in this interview for "Behind The Beats" with The Drum Broker.


Here's the full track "Timeless" from Mobb Deep's latest album.



Joell Ortiz - House Slippers (Video)

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As the members of Slaughterhouse continue to work on their next album together, one quarter of the group has put out the first single from his own solo record. Joell Ortiz drops the video to "House Slippers" which serves as the title to the album. Over production from !llmind, Joell talks about the comfortable place he is in nowadays hence the name of the track and album.

Watch the video below and after that check a short interview with him and The Heatmakerz who will be executive producers for "House Slippers" which has a tentative release in September. The single is available on iTunes now.


Sunday 22 June 2014

DJ Jazzy Jeff & MICK - Summertime Vol. 5 (Mixtape)

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DJ Jazzy Jeff and MICK are back with the 5th installment of their "Summertime" series. Download or stream below.



Your Old Droog - Your Old Droog EP

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Whether you believe this is an alter ego of Nas or not, this Your Old Droog EP is a solid project. Produced by El RTNC, DJ Skizz and Droog himself.

Download the EP below.

Bodega Brovas - Festivus: A Beginners Guide To Believing In Bodega (Mixtape)

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In the run up to their new album "Believe In Bodega" (which is mixed and mastered!), Bodega Brovas have dropped a free mixtape to tide you over. Joining Keynote, Travii and HeadKrack on "Festivus" with appearances are Von Pea of Tanya Morgan, The Regiment, 4-Ize of Disturbing The Peace and a host of others on production.

Download or stream the mixtape below. Check out more from Bodega Brovaz on their site too!


Skyzoo & Torae on Sway In The Morning (Video)

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Skyzoo and Torae recently appeared on Shade 45's "Sway In The Morning" to go back and forth with some freestyles. No pre-writtens. FREESTYLES.


Thursday 19 June 2014

Action Bronson on The Truth with Elliott Wilson (Video)

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Rap Radar's Elliott Wilson catches up with Action Bronson while he was on a break from tour in their hometown borough of Queens, New York. They discuss his fan base, business in the industry and his upcoming new album "Mr. Wonderful".

Watch the video below.

Tuesday 17 June 2014

Action Bronson's Fuck, That's Delicious Episode 2

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More of the same from Bronson in the second episode of "Fuck, That's Delicious" as he continues to explore eateries as he tours. There's something great about watching him enjoy his food. Pause.



Monday 16 June 2014

Dilated Peoples - Good As Gone (Video)


With their constant touring and slew of solo albums, it's easy to forget that Dilated Peoples haven't dropped a group album since 2006. Eight years have passed by so quickly but now Rakaa Iriscience, Evidence and DJ Babu are back with their new single and video for "Good As Gone". The track is also produced by the legendary DJ Premier who comes through with an unorthodox beat that totally fits Dilated.

The new album "Directors Of Photography" is released on the 12th of August through Rhymesayers but is up for pre-order now.  You can expect production from Diamond D, Jake One, Alchemist, 9th Wonder and more.

Sunday 15 June 2014

Mr. Bongo on Crate Diggers (Video)

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As Fuse TV continue their recent sweep of UK vinyl enthusiasts, up next is a very important figure in the introduction of independent Hip-Hop vinyl outside of the US, as they interview Dave "Mr. Bongo" Buttle. From the opening of his store in 1989 to the selling of records to premier DJs back in the day, he talks about a host of topics.

Watch the interview below.

  

Friday 13 June 2014

Edward Scissortongue - Teeth (Video)

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Edward Scissortongue returns with the second video, "Teeth", from his brilliant project "The Theremin EP".

"The Theremin EP" is available now on CD, Vinyl and on iTunes through High Focus Records.

Wednesday 11 June 2014

Skyzoo & Torae on The Mixdown (Video)

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Skyzoo and Torae talk to Esteban Serrano about their recently released album "Barrel Brothers". For fans of the duo it's been a long time coming and they're happy to have finally put the project out there. They talk about the sound of the album and its contributing producers as well as why they chose to wait this long to collaborate on an official joint album.

Check the latest episode of "The Mixdown" for Fuse TV below.

Tuesday 10 June 2014

Timeless Truth - Dominican Diner (Album Stream)

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Flushing, Queens' own Timeless Truth have put their latest album "Dominican Diner" up to stream in full. Listen below.

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"Dominican Diner is dedicated to everyone who reps their culture unabashedly. To Queens, NYC, ‘Lo heads, vintage gear addicts, graff writers, and hip-hop fans all over the globe.

The EP is entirely produced by Fafu and features guest appearances from Eliki and Maffew Ragazino. Dominican Diner was mixed by Fafu and mastered by John Sparkz."


Friday 6 June 2014

D'Angelo at Red Bull Music Academy (Video)

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As part of last month's Red Bull Music Academy Festival in Brooklyn, D'Angelo gave a rare and quite extensive interview for a lucky few in attendance. There was also a guest appearance by Questlove of The Roots.

Thursday 5 June 2014

Cormega on Rap Is Outta Control (Video)

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Last month Cormega caught up with DJ Eclipse and Torae on their show "Rap Is Outta Control" and spoke on his upcoming project with Large Professor and his appreciation for his fans over the years.

"Mega Philosophy" is due in July.



A bonus interview from The Bee Shine.