[Video] Pusha T: "Live At Le Poisson Rouge Concert"
As part of NPR's CMJ Music Marathon showcase in New York, Pusha T performed a very personal and intimate show at Le Poisson Rouge this past Wednesday. The G.O.O.D. Music artist is currently promoting his recently released album My Name Is Name and this even was a crowning moment for the famed dope-boy lyricist, who performed most of his recent hits and standout cuts from the LP. The National Public Radio team recorded the whole concert and put it up on their site for free streaming, check it out and go buy MNIMN now!
GLC: "How You Do It" (prod. by Grants Parks)
After revealing his forthcoming project Drillling Season Vol. 1, producer Grants Parks has let loose a track he did with GLC as the first single off the 'tape. Any time the Chicago emcee blesses the masses with some new Ism, you definitely want to have your ears plugged to the nearest speakers available. GLC really takes advantage of Grants Parks' production on "How You Do It," and they both give us download-worthy record.
Kid Cudi Announces Prelude EP to "Man On The Moon 3"
Kid Cudi fans rejoice! The Cleveland-native recently performed in Dallas as part of his CudLife Tour and announced some pretty cool news to his legions of supporters by letting them know that a new EP should be coming out in the following months and it will serve as a prelude to his forthcoming LP, Man On The Moon 3. That means that we'll be hearing a lot more from Cudi and his cohorts King Chip and Dot Da Genius (who are slated to appear in the mini-project) as we gear towards embracing the third part of his MOTM series. Check out the footage of the announcement below.
http://youtu.be/-63lzDrTKE8
[EP] Calliko: "Chief"
Calliko hits the e-streets with a brand new EP entitled Chief. The project --which is 11 tracks deep--is dedicated to Hip Hop's favorite pastime, inspired by the Midwest sound and hosted by DJ Honorz plus a Stack Or Starve approval stamp. The 'tape is smooth throughout all joints and it's definitely an easy listen to digest with the only feature coming from the legendary GLC. Calliko stated that his mission for this EP is to reach the entire world and he makes great effort to make the 'tape relatable for everyone. Peep below via LiveMixtapes.
[Video] Murph Watkins: "I Can't Tell" (feat. Wheatie)
Murph Watkins delivers the official video for "I Can't Tell", his most recent collaboration with fellow emcee Wheatie off the former's Summer release Loose Women N Booze. Murph also linked up with Nick Astro and conceptualized a cool visual treatment that serves as a follow-up to his previous video "Call Em Freaks", shot by Astro himself. Check it out below.
http://youtu.be/0Jw_gY3Wg8E
Rapsody: "Mass Hysteria"
Rapsody's verse on last night's BET Cyphers was one of the most talked about freestyles. To keep the momentum going, the female emcee decided to unleash a new record entitled "Mass Hysteria". The record was produced by her label-head, 9th Wonder and it holds a distinct smooth sound that features an Erykah Badu sample. Listen below and enjoy!
Naledge: "Death By Day Job"
We all face those days that have us wondering if we're on the right path or doing what's best for us. For his latest single, Naledge decided to transcribe those same emotions and relates them to his recent struggles in "Death By Day Job". The J Doe-produced track is a raw reminder that life has it up-and-downs, but Naledge keeps his head up in the outro and lets us know there's always a light at the end of the tunnel. Not sure where this track might end up on, but you can download his newest 'tape Brain Power, here.
[Video] Jamal Science: "Simply Amazin"
Jamal Science keeps it fresh in "Simply Amazin," the first single being pushed alongside his signing to Molemen Records. The Chicago emcee spits crisp rhymes over production by Panik at a local skate-park while director Sense Hernandez captures the moment with his keen sense of scenery. You can watch the video below and support Jamal by copping the single on iTunes here.
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