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Grynch – “Mister Rogers (Remix)” F. Slug & Bambu

Seattle rhyme slinger Grynch has returned with a brand new remix featuring the likes of Bambu and Slug (of Atmosphere) over a smooth backdrop provided by Jake One. Grynch is still riding off his solo release, Perspective, and “Mister Rogers”…

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Chance The Rapper – “Acid Rain” P. Jake One

Given the tracks we’ve heard thus far, I have a really, really good feeling that Chance The Rapper‘s new project will be pretty damn great. Following the bluesy lead of “Juice” is the equally ill “Acid Rain”, a pure burner produced…

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Nickelus F – “Number 15″ F. Drake P. Jake One

If you’re a Drake fan, then chances are you know two things. First, you’re aware of his previous affiliation with Virginia rapper Nickelus F, though I’ve been told that they had a falling out a few years ago. Anyway, you…

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Freeway, Neef Buck, Young Chris, Memphis Bleek & Peedi Crakk – “Roc Reloaded” P. Jake One

Even though he just dropped the damn-good Diamond in the Ruff, Freeway is getting ready to release a new EP for the holidays. It’s called Black Santa and arrives Dec. 24. We’ll be hearing seven new tracks, including the Jake One-produced “Roc…

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Freeway – Diamond in the Ruff

Freeway – Diamond in the Ruff Babygrande: 2012 Freeway has made a career out of being a fullback on the mic. When the Philly Freezer is at his best, he’s running down field, knocking lines out with a bent shoulder…

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Fashawn – Champagne & Styrofoam Cups [Mixtape]

Fashawn‘s latest project, Champagne & Styrofoam Cups, arrives this afternoon after a series of successful singles, including the early Kanye-reminiscent “Diamonds and Girls“. It should go without saying at this point, but the Fresno spitter clearly has his sights set on…

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Stream Brother Ali’s ‘Mourning In America and Dreaming In Color’ In Its Entirety

At long last, Brother Ali’s new album, Mourning In America and Dreaming In Color, is officially out. And after you read our review of the Jake One-produced project, you can stream the entire thing right here. That’s right, just hit play…

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Brother Ali – Mourning In America and Dreaming In Color

Brother Ali - Mourning In America and Dreaming In Color Rhymesayers: 2012 During my morning commute the other day, some tool in a Baby Momma Benz cut me off.  The license plate read: CPTLIST. After letting them know that I thought…

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Scoe – “Thank You” F. Kendrick Lamar P. Jake One

We previously heard from Scoe, who is Kurupt’s younger brother, when he dropped a smooth-as-silk cut in the Hi-Tek-produced “End of Summer“. And now, the kid is back with another impressive track, “Thank You”, which leaves us craving the entirety…

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Brother Ali – “Only Life I Know” [Video]

As we sit and wait for Brother Ali‘s new album, he unleashes a set of visuals for the latest single, “Only Life I Know”. As usual, you can expect a lot of food for thought in this track and accompanying…