Wednesday, 30 October 2013

DJ Scratch on Crate Diggers (Video)

DJ Scratch

One of the most amazing DJs I've ever witnessed in person is the latest guest on "Crate Diggers". DJ Scratch opens his vinyl collection with some rare treats and stories too.

Also, after his episode, check him remembering the late Jam Master Jay. JMJ died 11 years ago today.


Tuesday, 29 October 2013

Jonny Dub - Songs For Sinners (Mix)

Jonny Dub

Jonny Dub, the Manchester DJ/producer and boss man at legendary night Hoya:Hoya, releases a nice mix of tunes just in time for Halloween. Taking from horror genre spanning 40 years, this is something to accompany the upcoming festivities and earlier dark nights.

Jonny Dub -

"Probably the most out there mix I have done, straight from Vinyl (well mostly) featuring some of the horror genre's most boundary pushing and original pieces of music from the last 40 years. Please I hope you enjoy the journey.... If you like drums, synths and weird shit, then this ones for you!!"

The Kid Daytona - Savoir Faire (Free Album)

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Finally! I've been posting videos and single leaks for a few months now but The Kid Daytona has now released his new free album "Savoir Faire". This is a collaboration with French clothing company Space Monkeys and features 15 new tracks from the man. If you've never heard anything from The Kid Daytona before, I suggest you download this and listen to what you've been missing. Juice Up!

Cory Mo - A Lot More To Give feat. Talib Kweli (Video)

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The Houston representative and UGK affiliate, Cory Mo, drops the video to his collaboration with Talib Kweli. "A Lot More To Give" is taken from his new album "Take It Or Leave It".


Yancey Boys - Quicksand feat. Common & Dezi Paige (Video)

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Illa J and Frank Nitt AKA the Yancey Boys drop a visual for the brilliant "Quicksand". Over an unheard Dilla beat (like the rest of the new album) the two lay verses with help from Common and features Dezi Paige on the hook.

This track is taken from the new project "Sunset Blvd." which is out now on Delicious Vinyl.

Monday, 28 October 2013

Timeless Truth - Alliance (Video)

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Corona, Queens own Oprime of Timeless Truth goes for self on the track "Alliance" off the duo's album "Rock-It Science". The whole album is entirely produced by El RTNC and is not an album to be slept on. Check the video below along with the other solo track from the album "What A Life" performed by the other half of TT, Superbad Solace.


Redman - Remixxes (Mixtape)

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After dropping random freestyles for the best part of two years, Redman decides to release "Remixxes" with them all in one place. He goes in over classic instrumentals new and old.

"Muddy Waters 2" is slated for an end of year release. I'll believe that when I see it!

Friday, 25 October 2013

Jon B. at Jazz Cafe Plus Q&A Presented by IllWill.co.uk

Jon B.
December sees the return of R'n'B/Soul star Jon B. to our shores, with two live shows at London's Jazz Cafe. He will have a full live band in tow and it's really not one to be missed if you grew up listening to him. I'm even hoping to venture to London for the first time in YEARS!

As an added bonus, on the second of the two dates (19th Dec), there will be a Q&A session before the main show. The interview is the first in a new venture named "The Authentic Series." This will be filmed exclusively for IllWill.co.uk

Please note that a ticket for the second Jon B. show on the 19th of December does not admit access to "The Authentic Series" before it. A separate ticket will be required. Ticket links below.

Jon B. With Full Live Band (18th December) Tickets

"The Authentic Series" #001 Presented by Ill Will (19th December) Tickets

Jon B. With Full Live Band (19th December) Tickets

Termanology - American Dreamin' (Video)

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With the release of Termanology's "G.O.Y.A." project barely being a month old, he continues to drop videos to accompany it. The next one up is "American Dreamin'".

Oddisee - Own Appeal (Video)

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After releasing the track "Own Appeal" for free download a few weeks back, Oddisee returns with the visual for it. Love this track. Such a fresh but nostalgic beat. Shouts to Cru!

This will be included on the retail release of "Tangible Dream".


Thursday, 24 October 2013

Tanya Morgan - Eulogy (Video)

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Tanya Morgan hit us with another video from their brilliant album "Rubber Souls" with "Eulogy". Watch the video below and also, if you missed it, check out their collab with Nitty Scott, MC; "Never Too Much".


Marco Polo - Astonishing feat. Large Professor, Inspectah Deck, O.C., Tragedy Khadafi & DJ Revolution (Audio)

MP

Marco Polo doesn't let us forget that his new album is on the way as he unleashes this posse cut that absolutely slaps. "Astonishing" features a slew of Hip-Hop legends in the form of Large Professor, Wu-Tang's Inspectah Deck, D.I.T.C.'s O.C., Queens' own Tragedy Khadafi and The Wake Up Show's DJ Revolution on the cuts. I can't wait for this album!

Check the track below.



Jus'Liam - Optimus Backpack (Audio)

Liam

A preview track from an up and coming emcee from Manchester; Jus'Liam. First, a little background.

"18 year old North Manchester emcee Jus'Liam has been rhyming from the age of 15. After leaving high school he began studying at Music Base College in Manchester. Currently working with Kuartz, the two met briefly many years ago when Kuartz was still working with the whole AOA clan. At the time, although Kuartz recognised Liam's talent, he knew it wasn't the right time to start mentoring him until he had high school behind him. Liam has independently released various bits and pieces on a solo tip but also as part of the duo Prodigal Sons alongside MC Devaughn Trey. The pair dropped their debut joint EP back in October and now Liam is currently working on his solo mixtape 'Prodigal' which is due out winter 2013."

Check Jus'Liam over a particularly gritty beat from 9th Wonder.



Run The Jewels - Get It (Video)

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El-P and Killer Mike put together tour footage for what is probably my favourite track from their Run The Jewels project. "Get It" is definitely something to annoy the neighbours with. That bass.

Wednesday, 23 October 2013

The Combat Jack Show: Biggie Stories (Video)

CJS

Following on from the Nas stories clip a few weeks back, The Combat Jack Show also has a few Biggie stories up its sleeve. Guests such as DJ Premier, Styles P and Busta Rhymes recall some of their favourite moments with Biggie Smalls.