Hip-Hop | Tray Jack — Give It All
Posted by jeffwbaird on February 6, 2013
This is a triumphant new jam from 18-year-old Maryland artist Tray Jack, off his mixtape Time Travel which is currently drawing a significant amount of attention over at DatPiff. I admit that I usually exercise a little bit of profiling on young hip-hop artists, as they tend to submit songs with a rawer, less mature sound and structured rhymes. Tray Jack, however, really impressed me with this one. He has a unique and engaging flow, and over this high-quality, radio-relevant beat, shows some shades of a strong personality that emerges more throughout the project and will certainly develop as he progresses. Check out “Give It All” below and be sure to connect with the young emcee on Twitter here.
Free Download: Tray Jack — Give It All
Albums | Jeff Replay – The Runway [Music Video]
Posted by Grubeats on January 18, 2013
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Boston has never been seen as a “birthplace for hip-hop”. Lately, Boston artists have been making an extra push to earn the respect of hip-hop fans worldwide and solidify their city as a reputable grounds for breeding authentic hip-hop talent. Artists such as Moufy and The Dean’s List have earned their accolades from their success of the past few years, but there’s always new talent emerging. The latest MC on the brink of birth outside the walls of Boston hip-hop is Jeff Replay. The 19-year old artist is 1/3 of the collective called ‘Pilot Nation’. The group is in the process of compiling a mixtape collectively which at the moment, is slated for a spring release. “The Runway” holds its place as a promo single leading up to the official releases in the coming months. Knocking production from CPR, excellent camera work from Decriminals and no shortage of depth in his lines from Replay. I think we got one, Boston.
FREE DOWNLOAD: Jeff Replay – The Runway (Prod. by CPR)
Hip-Hop | Iroc Mics & Tonio – T.W.A (Till We Arrive) [Prod by Potillo]
Posted by W8 on January 15, 2013
“Hard to be real when you can’t tell the difference.”
The latest from Texas duo, Tonio and Iroc Mics embodies a delightful blend of flavors that really hits home. Potillo underlies it with a smooth tempo, late Kanye-esq style beat that compliments the lyrics perfectly. I’ve been missing this hip-hop for a long time!
Free Download: Iroc Mics & Tonio – T.W.A (Till We Arrive)
Electro, Trap | Tommy Trash – Cascade (Tim Gunter Trap Remix)
Posted by dshaq on January 10, 2013
Versatile is Tim Gunter’s middle name. Beginning with hip hop beats, moving to electro, and now tackling the trap genre, Tim has proven that his production game is on point in all areas. Sampling Tommy Trash’s amazing track Cascade, Tim uses the great synths and throws in a bass line and some heavy hitting drums to get the great trap elements. Be on the lookout for more Tim Gunter drops, this is only the beginning for him.
Events, Hip-Hop, Rap, Videos | Chance the Rapper – Secret Chicago Show (Video)
Posted by J_Salzer on January 3, 2013
Chance? The Rapper? Yes, ladies and gentleman. Chance, the rapper. He’s here, and he’s here to stay. Chance had arguably one of the biggest years of anyone in the hip-hop game, and he will certainly do big things in 2013. Chance surprised his Twitter followers by announcing that he would be having a show 24 hours from then, and his Twitter followers responded by giving him the opportunity to perform in front of yet another sold out crowd. Only big things coming in 2013 for Mr. Bennett. Check out the video above and be on the look out for Acid Rap dropping sometime in the not so distant future.
Hip-Hop, Mixtapes | The Suns of Society — Do What You Love + Mixtape Release
Posted by jeffwbaird on January 1, 2013
DOWNLOAD: The Suns of Society — LongboardmusicHD
Hip-Hop | nuLOVE – Hearts Up
Posted by Grubeats on December 14, 2012
When I heard “Iowa” and “hip-hop” in the same sentence, I wasn’t initially enthused. After opening my ears to the young Iowan group, nuLOVE, my opinions have changed. Poised with a determination to be heard, the duo’s MC, Boycott, boasts a calm, cool, and collected confidence, firing off two verses and easily brushing off the competition. The other half of nuLOVE, Jharee, strings together a trippy, raspy beat, perfectly suited for Boycott’s vocals.