Mr. Muthafuckin’ eXquire – The Message

Brooklyn MC Mr. Muthafuckin’ eXquire dropped a new track called “The Message” via his Soundcloud account yesterday produced by Blue Sky Black Death. The old school style comes with the usual oddball MFN-X twist that I love oh so much. Check it below.

Lil Wayne – Welcome To The Dedication 4 (Mixtape Trailer Video)

 

Weezy F. Baby comes through with a trailer for his upcoming Dedication 4 mixtape, dropping on Labor Day, September 3rd. The entire mixtape is complete, according to Wayne, but he states some management issues have held things up.

Although the days of Dedication 2 are long gone (but never forgotten), let’s try to keep a positive outlook and hope for the best.

Closed Sessions Vol. 2 from RubyHornet & Soundscape Studios (Mixtape)

The Chicago Hip Hop blog RubyHorney.com along with Soundscape Studios released the newest installment of their mixtape series Closed Sessions Vol. 2. Recorded between May 2010 and January of this year, the compilation features cuts from some of today’s most well-respected MC’s like Action Bronson, Freddie Gibbs, Sir Michael Rocks, Raekwon, Mr. Muthafuckin’ eXquire, Rockie Fresh and CyHi The Prynce. Download it for free here.

Beanie Sigel on Why Roc-A-Fella Records Disbanded

 

Check this interview between Global Grind and the prison-bound and former Roc-A-Fella Records rapper Beanie Sigel as he discusses why the original execs of the label went their own way a few years back, touching on creative differences, the spending of un-agreed-upon funds and problems with certain people sharing the spotlight. This is definitely a must see…

VanDam Bodyslam – My World (video)

Fuck stocks and a timeshare/ Shit I need time to get my mind clear/ I done spent more than half of my time here/ Yeah I love the hood but I don’t plan on dyin’ here

Palm Beach’s own VanDam Bodyslam releases a collage/montage of performances and him out-and-about with fans for “My World.” Definitely feeling this one.

PS: Be on the look out for his upcoming mixtape Unforgettable Statements Vol. 3.

Twitter: @561VanDam

Big Sean reveals artwork for new Detriot Mixtape

G.O.O.D. Music rapper Big Sean reveals the artwork for his upcoming mixtape Detroit with under a week before online-drop time on September 5th. The compilation is expected to include tracks featuring Juicy J and J. Cole.

Casey Veggies – Summer, I Suppose

A new track has surfaced from Inglewood, CA 19 year-old rapper Casey Veggies called “Summer, I Suppose“, which I can’t even front, is pretty fresh.

If you’re not a Casey fan yourself, at least give credit where credit is due and show love to beat conductor Rich Kidd, who most definitely did his thing and will not disappoint. The kid did not make a mistake by branching out from his former Odd Future affiliates and moving on to Roc Nation. Check the track below.

Action Bronson Interview & Freestyle on an Ice Cream Truck

 

For anyone of us who finds themselves to be an Action Bronson fan, nothing seems more appropriate AND rewarding than seeing Bron-Bron freestyling directly out of an ice cream truck in Brooklyn. He also discusses new music he’s working on, as well a joint effort with producer-extraordinaire The Alchemist.

Do NOT miss this.

The Game feat. Chris Brown, Tyga, Wiz Khalifa & Lil Wayne – Celebration (Behind The Scenes)

 

Checkout Skee TV and director Matt Alonzo document this behind-the-scenes footage for the music video for the song “Celebration” by The Game featuring Chris Brown, Tyga, Wiz Khalifa & Lil Wayne. The track will be featured on Game’s forthcoming LP Jesus Piece, which has no official release date as of yet.

Flight School Preps – Waves (Freestyle)

The homies FSP release a freestyle off of Joey BADA$$’s “Waves.”