[Mixtape] PIVOT Gang: "Jimmy"
In addition to their respective solo work, the guys holding it down for PIVOT Gang have been working on a compilation 'tape for almost two years. Today, Saba, John Walt, MfnMelom, Joseph Chilliams, Frsh Waters, Sway $wala and Kevo B are finally ready to share their latest opus and just released Jimmy. Containing a whooping 20 songs, Jimmy gives all members in the group a proper platform to showcase their talent and unique abilities, while complementing each other with a palatable synergy only they can muster up.
You can stream Jimmy below and download the mixtape here.
[Video] Chuck Inglish: “Came Thru/Easily” (feat. Mac Miller & Ab-Soul)
Chuck Inglish's latest EP Easily, can now be found on iTunes as an official digital release. The Detroit emcee/producer decided to give the project a little promotional push on its release date by also dropping the video for “Came Thru/Easily”, his collaboration with Mac Miller and TDE's Ab-Soul. Easily features this record plus guest-appearances from A$ton Matthews, Sulaiman and Polyester the Sain. Go cop the EP here.
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[Video] Joey Bada$$: "Hillary Swank"
Joey Bada$$ will re-package his latest 'tape Summer Knights into a retail EP which will be available as a digital-release via Cinematic Music Group/Pro Era Records/RED Distribution. The project will feature two new tracks, plus a handful of fan-favorites, including "Hillary Swank." The Lee Bannon-produced record has now received the visual treatment and you can peep it below alongside the 2013 Smokers Club tour dates.
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Lupe Fiasco: "Old School Love" (feat. Ed Sheeran)
Fresh off giving a quick shout-out to Chicago's most popular artists at the moment, Lupe Fiasco returns with a Ed Sheeran-assisted single. The local emcee has just announced a national tour and "Old School Love" serves as a way to promote the show dates (which can been seen here) and also his upcoming album Tetsuo And Youth. Lupe had only released freestyles over popular beats recently, so it's very refreshing to hear him rap on an original record.
https://soundcloud.com/atlanticrecords/lupe-fiasco-old-school-love-ft
[Video] James Blake: "Life ‘Round Here" Remix (Feat. Chance The Rapper)
James Blake and Chance The Rapper have really hit it off since they first met at SXSW last year. So much so, that not only do they allegedly have a handful of tracks together, but they also shot a video for James "Life ‘Round Here" remix featuring Chano in Hertfordshire, England. Upon his return, Chance mentioned Blake being a big Wu Tang fan, perhaps explaining the minimalistic and dark aesthetics of the visuals, which help convey the record into real life as the two friends find themselves riding around the countryside in a low rider. Great execution by director Nabil and an even better record by the duo. We definitely need to hear more material by them in the future!
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[Video] Flatbush Zombies: "Death"
New visuals from Flatbush Zombies, as the trio bring to the masses a cut from their latest mixtape BetterOffDead to life in horror-style fashion through the music video for "Death." Filled with frights, various weapons and the group's eccentric energy, this video keeps the Flatbush Zombies' essence intact for their fans to rejoice.
http://youtu.be/_RyilxxuaG8
[Video] Rockie Fresh Premieres New Song In London
In support of MMG's Self Made 3 release, Rockie Fresh has been touring as an opening act for Mac Miller in Europe. Last Thursday he took to London to premiere a brand new track that will most likely end up in his forthcoming project. The track was produced by his DJ, Lpeezy and Lozza Music was on the scene to capture the moment. Check it out below.
http://youtu.be/ct-B6BtE8LM
[Video] Girl Talk and Freeway Announce Collaborative EP, "Broken Ankles"
Photo by: Andrew Strasser
Girl Talk and Freeway just announced some pretty cool news today as they have teamed up to work on a project entitled Broken Ankles. The collaboration might look a bit experimental at first glance, but both the producer and emcee can really feed off their unique sound without sacrificing their own style. This was proven when they premiered a track off the project in New York and the crowd responded to it with great feedback. The EP will be released this Fall via DatPiff, but in the meantime, you can catch footage of the show below.
http://youtu.be/UMARNvzI6gA