Hip-Hop | Skiff – Dazed and Confused
Posted by Jess on February 4, 2013
Skiff drops off a new record “Dazed and Confused” off his upcoming project. This latest track has an old school feel that is reminiscent of Golden Age Hip Hop. Skiff flows effortlessly over the beat to make a chill single with clever wordplay. Download “Dazed and Confused” below and be sure to follow Skiff on Twitter.
Trap | DMX – Ruff Ryders Anthem (B.Dolla Remix)
Posted by Jess on January 30, 2013
After getting the nod of approval from Swizz Beatz on his remix of Ruff Ryders’ “Down Bottom”, B.Dolla decided it only made sense to take on another classic track produced by Swizz. One of DMX’s most recognizable songs, “Ruff Ryders Anthem” is a staple for 90’s hip hop. I remember I used to bump this song heavy back in middle school. Already an energy packed song, B.Dolla kicks it up a few BPMs to take the song over the edge. Grab the free download below.
Free Download: DMX – Ruff Ryders Anthem (B.Dolla Remix)
Chill, Hip-Hop, Mixtapes, Rap | Jetpack Jones – Afterburners 3 Mini Movie (FNT Exclusive)
Posted by J_Salzer on January 22, 2013
FNT favorite and frequenter Jetpack Jones drops off his longest video to date. Being the fact that it’s quite literally a mini-movie, it spans 7 and a half minutes, but they’re an enjoyable 7 and a half minutes. Jetpack and a few of the homies that will be featuring on Afterburners 3 all star in the movie. The music is on point, my favorite track being the old school sample one that happens after the first encounter with LB, who’s clowning on a statue in King park. Jetpack Jones is the only rapper I know who has been consistently releasing good music for the past two years, and if this is any indication of what his next project will be like, then I can’t wait. Like his facebook page below and check out the video above.
Hip-Hop, Review | Grubeats’ Top 12 of ’12
Posted by Grubeats on January 14, 2013
Grubeats; fashionably tardy as always. I can’t promise I’ve saved the best for last, but hopefully this eclectic mix of tracks tickle’s at least party of your fancy. I’d enjoy hearing from you in the comments section if you have opinions on any of these songs!
12.) Skizzy Mars – Sirens
This young star didn’t sound my radar until late spring of ’12. I had heard the name and few scattered verses, but overlooked the true talent Skizzy Mars was bringing to the table until I first heard “Sirens”. With sounds similar to a young Cudi, Skizzy himself only recently graduated high school and has only begun to lie the brick and mortar for long, prosperous career.
11.) Skrillex & Damian Marley – Make It Bun Dem
As you probably know, I’m not a die heard EDM head like many writers and followers of this site. No kandi for this kid. I do however, enjoy just about anything Skrillex lays his hands on. Couple the addictive production with Damian Marley’s rasta raps and you have pure gold. If and when hip-hop and EDM cross paths, this is the type of execution I expect. [Watch video HERE]
Continue reading for Top 10!
Albums, Events, Featured | Snowglobe Music Festival Recap
Posted by CHAZZZ on January 11, 2013
Photo: Chromeo at 12:00 12/31/2012 | Credit: Drew Levin
RECAP VIDEOS: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3
Being from Colorado I went into SnowGlobe Music Festival in South Lake Tahoe, CA a bit cocky thinking it would be impossible for me to get cold but the first day proved me wrong. Despite being bundled up in huge down jackets, the entire crowd was amped and ready to rage. We got a late start to the first day and walked-in mid set with the crowd in full force already with Minnesota throwing down. With constant top-notch releases from Minnesota all year I was really excited to see him live and he didn’t disappoint. Next up was the first night headliner, Wiz Khalifa. I was following Wiz’s Tweet’s and Instagram’s and he was not ready for the cold but he didn’t let it hold him back. The crowd exploded as he opened with Black and Yellow and he kept the energy the entire time playing all his big hits. The stage set-up was incredible and watching Wiz live surrounded by massive pine trees and snow coming down was surreal. Wiz ended earlier than the schedule indicated and we rushed to the shuttles because we had to make it back for the after party. The after party that night was what I was most excited for because Seven Lions was the headliner. Kill Paris was slotted to play before Seven Lions but unfortunatly he got stuck in Indiana and wasn’t able to make it. The set up in the hotel was one of the most awkward setups I’ve ever seen, it felt like high school prom gone EDM but that wasn’t going to hold us back. Seven Lions was without a doubt the best performance of the night and he will soon be at all major festivals. One of my favorite songs ever is his Florence and the Machine – Cosmic Love Remix and he dropped a great version of it and I guarantee anyone who didn’t know who he was before the show was googling him immediately after. He exceeded my expectations and make sure to add him to your “MUST SEE” list.
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Drum & Bass | Wilkinson – Need To Know / Direction
Posted by Sev on December 16, 2012
Wilkinson has been involved in the Dnb scene for quite some time now, but doesn’t seem to get the recognition he deserves. His latest two sided release of Need to Know / Direction has been played at least 10 times in the past week every single day in my playlist. Need To Know is an outstanding, uplifting drum & bass track that sends out such great positive vibes. You don’t see these kind of emotional tracks come around too often, but this track gets the adrenaline pumping. To complement this great track Wilkinson has a nice Nero-Funk, old school sounding track entitled Direction along with the release. This is more along the darker side, but both tracks have amazing craftsmanship.
Beatport: Wilkinson – Need To Know / Direction
Dubstep, Glitch | Manic Focus – Rooster
Posted by Mach on November 15, 2012
Manic Focus has truly put out some awesome tracks this year. The new original from him is another cool Glitch-Hop track. My favorite thing about this track besides the cover art that reminds me of Robot Chicken, is the underlying old school country. It is a rare thing to hear a harmonica strongly on a song these days, never thought I would be enjoying it on a something filled with bass as well. Big ups to Manic Focus for another hit.