Hip-Hop, Mixtapes | Elite – Awaken [Mixtape]
Posted by Grubeats on November 18, 2011
A couple months back when I introduced Elite to the FNT family, I explained his journey as producer and rapper along with his relationship with other artists such as J. Cole and Voli. Since then, Elite has released a few more singles in preparation for his first project as a solo hip-hop artist, Awaken, which he dropped just a week ago. It’s not fair to say his progression is overly evident because quite honestly the first time I heard him I was blown away. Everything from his voice, to the lyrics, to the hooks, to the production, to the delivery has always been on point. Awaken is a mixtape you ABSOLUTELY DON’T WANT TO SLEEP ON. Although it’s rooted with hip-hop, it almost has an alternative sound to it, similar to something OnCue may put together. Speaking of which, I’d love to hear a collab from these two.
I’ve highlighted a few cuts below if you’re looking for appetizers, but I highly suggest just skipping to the main entré and downloading the tape in full. #DreamVille
DOWNLOAD: Elite – Gone
DOWNLOAD: Elite ft. J. Cole – World Premier DOPE
DOWNLOAD: Elite – Last Round (Same beat as Sam Adams’ “Just Love Here” off Boston’s Boy EP)
DOWNLOAD: Elite – One Night
DOWNLOAD: Elite – Awaken [Mixtape]
Mixtapes | I.O.U. – Love,Great.Humans (Mixtape)
Posted by GMONEY on November 16, 2011
I.O.U. has come a long way in a year. A few months after dropping their first mixtape BOMBS, the duo was opening for the likes of Far East Movement, Kid Cudi, And Rick Ross. Today they’re releasing their new project, Love,Great.Humans. The majority of the tracks were produced by themselves, which gives the mixtape’s a truly unique touch. Below are a few of our favorite tracks off the tape’. Show the boys some love and like them on Facebook.
DOWNLOAD THE MIXTAPE: Love,Great.Humans
DOWNLOAD: I.O.U. – Free
DOWNLOAD: I.O.U. – Angels
DOWNLOAD: I.O.U. – Around The Fire DOPE
Progressive House | EDX – D.A.N.C.E.
Posted by GMONEY on November 15, 2011
“D.A.N.C.E.” is a Progressive House club-oriented song which features an awesome electro melodic riff. Show some love on Beatport here, and as always if you think its whack or dope soundoff in the comment section.
DOWNLOAD: EDX – D.A.N.C.E. (Original Mix)
Hip-Hop | Chiddy Bang – Ray Charles
Posted by GMONEY on November 14, 2011
Chiddy Bang just dropped the first single off their debut album, Breakfast, which has yet to get a release date. The track samples the soul legend himself. There is actually a funny story about how the guys got their inspiration which you can read about on Rolling Stone. As for the track itself, it doesn’t have the typical electro-pop beat that we’re used to getting from Xaphoon, but the track is dope regardless.
DOWNLOAD: Chiddy Bang – Ray Charles DOPE
Mashups | The Way Marvin Was (Big Sean vs Wolfgang Gartner)
Posted by GMONEY on November 11, 2011
Here is a dope mashup of Big Sean’s Marvin Gaye & Chardonaye and Wolfgang Gartner’s The Way It Was. Done by The Hood Internet, this track should set your weekend in the right direction if you’re trying to rage.
DOWNLOAD: The Hood Internet – The Way Marvin Was (Big Sean x Wolfgang Gartner) DOPE
Hip-Hop | Yelawolf ft. Eminem & Gangsta Boo, I’m A Boss Remix (Dirty Version)
Posted by GMONEY on November 11, 2011
Creeping up on the release date of his debut album, Yelawolf just dropped another track called Throw It Up. Being a big advocate for the South, I can see why Yela would want to get some features from Southern rappers…but Gangsta Boo? For those of you that don’t know, Gangsta Boo was that real thug chick that used to be with 3 6 Mafia back in the early 2000’s. Yelawolf should have saved the Eminem feature for a track with just him and the bossman, although I’m sure there will be at least one of those on the album that we’ve yet to hear.
DOWNLOAD: Yelawolf ft. Gangsta Boo & Eminem – Throw It Up
Yesterday we brought you the clean version to this DOPE remix. Now here’s the CDQ DIRTY version, so you can listen to T.I. kill this track with no skips.
DOWNLOAD: Meek Mill ft T.I., Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, Birdman, & Swizz Beatz – I’m a Boss
Hip-Hop | The Foodchain – Traction ft. Kenton Dunson
Posted by Jess on November 9, 2011
I first introduced The Foodchain to you with their smooth single “Dear Industry” and they are back with the second leak off their upcoming album Brunch, dropping this Friday Nov. 11th. The track titled “Traction” is a collaboration between The Foodchain and Kenton Dunson and contains a smooth beat that each emcee rips into. This track is just another taste of what to expect from their sophomore release that will surely be dope.