Adidas Presents: Big Sean - Finally Originals Mixtape [Rap]

Big Sean and his tour DJ Mo Beatz have teamed up with adidas for a special remix project of his debut album Finally Famous. The mixtapes boasts productions credits from the the likes of Maejor, The Olympicks, Drumma Boy and many more. Download here
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New Mixtape: Def Sound - oooooH!thee.bitchtape. [Alternative]

After hearing the below tune (Slick stop-flash animation for the visual), I was eager for more. This is Def Sound, LA’s freshest, creative rapper.



Def Sound travels around the world, reading, listening and performs some diverse genres. His lastest mixtape has vast sounds, sorry I mean ‘bitchtape'.

Def navigates through dark, gritty electronic tracks to lighter hip hop waves, to glitchy mismatched beats completed with witty wordplay. And THIS is apparently something he just knocked up…oooooH!thee.bitchtape.
Check it out below.

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New EP: Beat Attic - What's Left? [Instrumental Hip-Hop/Soul]

Here is some chillax hip hop instrumentals with mellow soul melodies attached. Beatattic from San Diego lets loose his "Whats Left" EP. This is nice from the ge-ko. Great tunes for your Sunday arvo PS3 sessions/relaxation/studying - which i'm doing righta bout...now.
Listen below and click the links for your free download.

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New Mixtape: Mac Miller - I Love Life, Thankyou [Hip-Hop/Rap]

New FREE Mac Miller Mixtape "I Love Life, Thank You" to celebrate 1,000,000 followers on Twitter!
This is to thank all his fans! Most of the tracks were released on his journey to a milli fans, letting loose a track every 100k he gathered. Still DOPE.

01. I Love Life, Thank You (Prod. by BrandUn DeShay)
02. People Under The Stairs
03. Willie Dynamite (Prod. by Big Jerm)
04. The Scoop On Heaven (Prod. by 9th Wonder)
05. Love Lost (Prod. by Black Diamond)
06. Pranks 4 Players (feat. Sir Michael Rocks) (Prod. by Cardo)
07. Cold Feet (Prod. by Clams Casino)
08. Family First (feat. Talib Kweli) (Prod. by Like)
09. The Miller Family Reunion (Prod. by Big Jerm)
10. Boom Bap Rap (feat. The Come Up) (Prod. by Mac Miller & Big Jerm)
11. Just A Kid (Prod. by E. Dan)
12. All That (feat. Bun B) (Prod. by E. Dan)
13. All This (Prod. by E. Dan)

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New Mixtape: How To Make It In America (Season 2) [Soundtrack]

After How To Make It In America was announced for a second season, I was indeed a happy man. There were rumors earlier this year it was being cut – this would have been a complete f*ck-up. Hands down one of the best TV shows to have come out over the past few years (this is especially true now Entourage is over. Sad times).

A big factor to the show’s success has been it’s soundtrack, which has already been proven quite (ask Aloe Blacc - he got his $). While we wait for the season 2′s premiere on October 2nd (HBO), music supervisor Scott Vener has teamed up with Mick Boogie for the official mixtape for the new series. View the Tracklist below then download the mixtape by clicking this link.

1. Kid Cudi – The New York Intro
2. Future Islands – Balance
3. Theophilus London – I Stand Alone
4. Mugison – I Want You
5. Blood Orange – Sutphin Boulevard
6. M83 – Midnight City
7. Soul Searcher – Can’t Get Enough (DJ Theory Remix)
8. Agoria – Heart Beating (feat. Kid A)
9. Avicii – Levels (Original Mix)
10. Oliver Koletzki & Fran – Hypnotized
11. The Joy Formidable – Austere
12. Little Dragon – Crystalfilm
13. Meek Mill – House Party (feat. Young Chris)
14. Buddy – Awesome, Awesome
15. Summer Camp – I Want You
16. Duck Tails – Killin’ The Vibe
17. Catcall – Swimming Pool


*Entourage and O.C were two other shows with dope soundtracks.

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Free EP: Ed Sheeran - Thankyou EP [Alt-R&B]

In celebration of his debut album and hitting #1 on the official UK album chart, Ed Sheeran has offered his fans a free EP titled Thank You. The extended player features two songs which aren’t on his LP (‘Fire Alarms’ & ‘She’), as well as a remix of ‘You Need Me, I Don’t Need You’ featuring Dot Rotton & Scrufizer. Download here.

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EP: Häzel – Playground (Teaser) [Alt-Hip-Soul]

This is the definition of Alt-Hip-Soul. I Just posted Häzel + Slakah the Beatchild collab EP, but Häzel’s most recent solo offering The Playground EP – it is honestly among some of the best music I’ve heard this year. This rising French Alt-Hip-Hop-Soul producer has taken me by surprise.
Drums snap like collars, electric piano chords to melt for, vocals restrained so as not to ruffle the endo puffers and should overall seriously help amplify your swag this week I’m sure.

Playground was released 16th May and is still available here. Check out the teaser below…

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New EP: Häzel & Slakah the Beatchild – This [Soul/Jazz/Hip-Hop]

During their time in Paris together, Häzel & Slakah the Beatchild produced this brand new 6 track EP. Entitled This, the project features all new jams steeped in various influences – most predominately Soul & Hip Hop.
Both of these artists deliver well on their own, so it’s no wonder that together they have produced something quite stellar. It doesn't even need vocals because instrumentally, all the songs are strong enough to stand alone.

Listen & purchase This via the bandcamp player below…I know i just did. Very Smooth for your Sunday arvo.

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New EP: Stacy Barthe - Sincerely Yours [R&B]

I am loving the influx of new R&B female singers, in all their various forms. From Jhene Aiko, to Rochelle Jordan and now Stacy Barthe’s who’s debut EP has just arrived.

Having already written hits for the likes of Rihanna and Britney Spears, it’s now time to be introduced to Stacy Barthe the artist. Her Sincerly Yours EP features her recent Frank Ocean collaboration, as well as 7 other brand new songs.
Download here.

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New LP: The Dream – 1977 (Free) [R&B)

As promised, The Dream dropped his free 1977 LP later today.

I can’t really say much on this, I’m about to download it myself – so no intellectualising today on the tape, but make sure you download it to do one for your self. The-Dream normally drops some R&B magic. Download the tape for free here.

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New Album: Rochelle Jordan - R O J O [R&B]

Toronto's most promising R&B singer, Rochelle Jordan releases her album R O J O. Influenced by the likes of Amerie, Aaliyah, Samantha James, Drake and The Neptunes, the up-and-coming songstress is expected by to "bring back the '90s." TThe album is all produced by her in-house producer Klash.

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New EP: Question - Interludes & Interpretations [Jazz/Hip-Hop]

Here is some food for your soul. Production Group Question release their new EP of Jazz/Hip-Hop/Soul Instrumentals. Very nice for a Sunday afternoon. Listen to a preview track below, and click the link for the full EP download. Layback and relax.

"Some old jazzy joints off the MPC" - Question

01. First Notice
02. The Day After
03. Snappy
04. Ode To SP’s
05. Frankly Speaking
06. Crawfish & Chips
07. Stompy Stomperton
08. Goin’ To Wichita



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Artist Check: Hoodie Allen - Leap Year Mixtape [Hip-Hop]

So between running on no sleep and having so much uni work to get done, sitting down to listen to Hoodie Allen’s fourth project “Leap Year” was a nice break. Hoodie hit my radar when my mate 8 Beats (PB) inboxed me his "White girl problems" track. I was instantly intrigued to find out more.

Steven Markowitz AKA Hoodie is a Jewish rapper from New York. He graduated with a a Finance and Marketing degree who went on to work for Google. However, he gave up that job for more time to pursue his music career. He has dropped 3 mixtapes since 2009 (The Bagels & Beats EP, Making Waves and Pep Rally) but is still unsigned. His new tape "Leap Year" dropped last month.

You will probably notice that I don't post every track and every mixtape as soon as it drops. This is because I have got in the process of listening to each track on the mixtape numerous times so that I can actually enjoy them for the musical value (basically appreciate the artist's hard work). I can honestly say that Hoodie Allen came to win with Leap Year, and stole a few spots on my iPod.
From the second you hit play Hoodie hits your ears with some feel good music that just keeps coming at you throughout the 13-track project. I’m not sure if it’s the sick bars, iLL beats, or possibly the overall dopeness of this project, but I’m a fan. I zoned out for a solid hour, indulged in good music, and after it all I wanted hit play again. So do yourself a favor and hit play below. I would usually pick my favorite songs, but I’m not trying to even mess with that battle.




Source: LoudS, http://hoodieallen.com/

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New Mixtape: The Weeknd - Thursday [Alt-R&B]

Thursday, August 18, 2011 has come and gone, but the day didn't leave us empty-handed. For the whole summer it seems, everyone has waited in anticipation for Thursday, the sophomore mixtape from Canadian singer Abel Tesfaye—better known as The Weeknd (Pronounced Weakened, not Weekend like these noobs are saying).
 He impressed the music world with his high-scaling vocals over mellow production on his debut, House Of Balloons, which was released back in March and has helped garner a tremendous amount of excitement and buzz around him. Now, with every fan and music executive alike watching and listening, it's time to see if the still unsigned artist can keep the momentum going. Thursday is comprised of nine tracks, a few of which have hit the blogosphere over the past few months and the majority of which are brand new, including the Drake-assisted song "The Zone".
I keep saying it - In his own way, this guy will be the revival of R&B in this post-dub alternative era.

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Source: HTrack

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New Album: Little Dragon - Ritual Union

Little Dragon's "Ritual Union" full album...

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New EP: Onitsuka Tiger Presents: Nippon Sounds By Donnis

Last week I posted a first impression of Donnis in conjunction with his new found Japanese-based producers Nippon Sounds powered by Onitsuka Tiger. Now, the full project has gone live and it features interesting collaborations with three of Japan’s most exciting producers and DJs: De De Mouse, Joe Iron and Taku Takahashi. Listen & Download the project after the jump!

25-year-old Rapper Donnis may hail from the hip-hop hotbed of Atlanta, Georgia, but his musical journey began in Tokyo, Japan. While stationed in Japan with the U.S. Air Force, Donnis’ eyes were opened to Tokyo’s vibrant music scene. Inspired to begin recording his music at the base, Donnis soon received the attention of influential DJ Masterkey, who helped the young MC land high-profile opening gigs for visiting hip-hop acts from the U.S.
As part of the Made of Japan initiative, Onitsuka Tiger curated a cross-cultural musical collaboration between Donnis and three of Japan’s most exciting producers and DJs: De De Mouse, Joe Iron and Taku Takahashi. Dubbed Nippon Sounds, the free collaborative EP features original music and remixes from Donnis that bring Atlanta and Japan together in way that has never been heard before.

Personally, I think these producers are too good for Donnis. Props to him for heading to Japan to work with the talents there, but the only thing lacking on this tape is Donnis. Don't get me wrong, he has potential and his hooks suit these compositions, but I just think his vocals are not up to par with the beats....oh well, this will give major buzz for the Japanese producers in the western world.
HYPE!



Props to HT.

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New EP: DJ Jazzy Jeff & Ayah - Back For More

Been waiting for this one!

DJ Jazzy Jeff & Ayah team to deliver a FREE album called Back For More. Judging from the tracks that have surfaced thus far – you know this is gonna be tight.

Listen and download via the bandcamp player below.

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New Mixtape: ILLZ - ILLZSENTIAL

Jersey up-and-comer The ILLZ presents his ILLZSENTIAL mixtape covering the highlights of his musical career to date. the project features 15 previously-released records from the freestyle series alumnus, as well as five bonus remixes. Tracklist and cover above.

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Tyler, The Creator Summer Camp Mix

As we know, Tyler has his alter-egos - he has now created a new moniker, DJ Stank Daddy. Here is a mix made by this personality - which is a bit more relaed.

Hi. I’m On A Big Tour In Europe Right Now, Pretty New To This. I’m Used To Spending Summers Not Doing Anything Productive With My Friends. I’m Really Fucking Home Sick, Not Only That, I Have A Cast On, So, To Feel Better, I Put Together An Hour Mix Of Songs That I Like To Listen To, That Reminds Me Of Summer Back Home. Fuck A Tracklist, Figure It Out. GOLFWANG

-Tyler.

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