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One third of ATL's Prophetix collective, Big Meeks aka Eddie Meeks has finished up his actual solo debut album. 'After This...I'll Holla (On Everythang I Love)' drops at the end of November on Asylum Ent/Domination and features a guest appearance by Jax of Binkis. In order to get prepared, check out the video of the smashing 'Sasquatch Feet' and a sampler of the album!
POSTED 11|07|2005
Florida and Cali connect as upcoming Miami-bred producer Soul Theory drops his debut album 'Nothing Stays The Same' on Rasco's Pockets Linted label, December 9. The album features Cali Agents, Hybrid, Big Cas, Mikial, Logistic and Melanie Mineau. Soul Theory is known for his collabo with fellow-Florida artist and Wu affiliate Divine on hís debut album 'Divine's Theory'.
POSTED 11|06|2005
Trife Da God's debut collaboration with Ghostface has been announced a couple of months ago as 'Biography 718: Stapleton to Somalia', but really drops as a CD/DVD release under the name 'Put It On The Line'. Theodore Unit in the house yo! Amongst the featuring artists: Kool G Rap, Slick Rick, original Wu members RZA and Raekwon and Theodore Unit colleagues Shawn Wigs and Kryme Life, a.o. The DVD broadcasts some live performances and backstage material. Droppin November 18 on Full Clip Records.
POSTED 11|06|2005
Let's welcome hip-hop's newest supergroup The Reavers consisting of Vordul Mega (Can Ox), Dom Pacino (Wu-Tang), Akir, M.I.Czars Kong and Spiga, Karniege (Def Jux), Keith Masters, Goldenchild, Priviledge, Billy Woods and Hasan Salaam. Their debut album 'Terror Firma' drops November 15 on Backwoodz Studioz. To peep out some of the music visit their myspace page. And oh yeah, Reavers stands for Revolutionary Emcees Advocating their Views on Everday Reality Struggles.
POSTED 11|02|2005
Hello, who's there? It's Dooley-O, baby. Three years after Stones Throw brought him back to the scene with his 12' 'Watch My Moves 1990', followed by his debut on Solid Records, this MC/producer/video director is back on the scene with his sophomore effort 'I Gotcha' on Lewis Recordings. The first single is already out and features the 90s flavoured hits 'Soaps', 'What You Know About Hip Hop?' and 'Monday Night'. The UK release date of the album is set for October 31, US release drops on November 7.
POSTED 10|31|2005
Now this is due for a long time! Wu-affiliates Royal Fam's 'The Black Castle' was recorded a long time ago, but now it will finally see the light of day through Nature Sounds. The group's debut album (since 'Yesterday, Today, Iz Tomorrow' leaked without the group's permission) features 12 tracks produced by Ykim The Illfigure. Release date: December 2.
POSTED 10|30|2005
Tha Alkaholiks' fifth and probably last album 'Firewater' is slated for January 2006. Most of the tracks are produced by E Swift, who goes through life as E Sweezy Pop these days. Also expect guest features by Dangerdoom and Evidence. As a preview you can download the song 'Get Into It' or listen to 'La La La (The Flute Song)' on the Alkaholiks' Myspace spot. The album will be released through Waxploitation/KOCH Records. Burp.
POSTED 10|26|2005
One of the world's greatest freestyle rappers, Supernatural, returns with a brand new album called 'S.P.I.T.' (Spiritual Poetry Ignites Thought) on Up Above Records. Ever since he whupped Craig G's ass, he's considered as a lyricist heavyweight. The past tells us that freestyle rappers and full albums don't go together, but this release promises to be a banger, with productions by Jake One, Vitamin C, Jake One, DJ Muggs, DJ Khalil, and more! Guest rappers are Raekwon the Chef, B-Real, Chali 2na, a.o.
POSTED 10|26|2005
Besides 'The Medicine', Planet Asia is about to drop a mixtape album in a very short period. 'The Sickness (Volume One)' will release on Copter Records, January 2006 and features 19 tracks with guest spots by Moka Only, Killah Priest, Rasco, Strong Arm Steady. Production is laced by West Coast's finest Amp Live(Zion I), Seattle's numero uno Jake One, and California's/Skhool Yard colleague Protest, a.o. 'The Sickness' precedes 'The Medicine', who will be vaccinated by Battle Axe Records. Check out the sneak in our preview section for more info soon.
POSTED 10|26|2005
Born in Washington and reppin Brooklyn, NYC, Doujah Raze has made a little buzz with the 2003 singles 'Spinmata', produced by Da Beatminerz, and 'The Dedication' featuring O.C. and Mista Sinista. This year, Doujah featured on Sean Price's 'Monkey Bars' with a guest appearance on the 'Onion Head RMX'. November 1 marks the release of Doujah Raze's debut, self-titled album, on Trilogy Records.
POSTED 10|20|2005
In between their self-titled debut album and a second long-player, Seattle's Blue Scholars will release the EP 'The Long March' in December. It contains dope cuts such as 'The Long March', 'Commencement Day', 'Cornerstone', and 'Southside Revival'. For more info on the group and their music you can check out Blue Scholars' website and/or their MySpace spot.
POSTED 10|18|2005
Yeah! Finally! The legendary Pharcyde member Fatlip returns with a solo album: 'Theloneliest Punk'. As stated in the press sheet this album is an insightful, poignant and often hilarious culmination of five years of trials and tribulations since his highly publicized split from The Pharcyde. In stores Nov 1st on Delicious Vinyl.
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