Monthly Archives: May 2016

Millennium Jazz Music Presents: TekHedz – Variations Vol. 3 (Limited Edition Tape/Download)

Welcome to Variations volume 3. A full length album of brand new material featuring sound designers from various parts of the world who specialise in electronic composition and sound design. Once again the TekHedz collective have each conjured up some amazing compositions as they all return with their submissions for what is to be the…

Soundcrash Presents: Raekwon & Ghostface Killah @ O2 Forum Kentish Town, London, UK (25th Sept)

For the first time ever in the UK, Raekwon and Ghostface Killah are performing ‘Only Built 4 Cuban Linx…’ as well as more Wu-Tang classics. This marks the first UK performance of the legendary, solo debut album of American rapper and Wu Tang Clan member Raekwon. ‘Only Built 4 Cuban Linx…’ was first released on…

OMAR GET EM – TRILL (Audio)

Northern Virginia rapper/producer Omar Get Em presents his new single ‘Trill’, slated to appear on his forthcoming EP ‘Sensations’. Omar’s last EP was ‘The Growth‘. “This is some of my best work,” Omar says of the new single. “I made this with the intent to kill”. https://twitter.com/omar_getem https://instagram.com/omargetem/ https://soundcloud.com/omar-get-em https://twitter.com/troopahs4life

TassNata ft. Rich Kidd & Tona – Let’s Go (Prod. by Tone Mason/Audio)

It’s that time of year! Party season in the six and all across the board in Canada as they move into this good weather. Following a beautiful May long weekend, the Raptors tying things up against the Cleveland Cavaliers – They’re feeling pretty ecstatic up north right about now, so Vernon, B.C. ‘s TassNata decided to…

Kojey Radical – Footsteps (Music Video)

Contemporary artist and spoken word poet, Kojey Radical releases the first visual from the critically acclaimed ‘23 WINTERS‘ EP entitled ‘FOOTSTEPS’, directed by long time collaborators THE REST. ‘Footsteps’ is easily Kojey’s most compelling visual to date. Potent in it’s approach, footsteps speaks as a vivid portrayal of internal struggle and a depiction of human…

New Noise: Damien N-Drix – Stacks (Free Download/Dim Mak Records)

Making his New Noise debut, French producer Damien N-Drix drops down a smooth bass house beat with ‘Stacks’. Flossing a lifestyle of luxury through low-end vocals, Drix layers up funky technics and deep bass lines for the ultimate peak-hour club tune. Hailing from the opulent South of France, Damien N-Drix conjures his appreciation for the…

Bajan Sparrow – Dope Man Freestyle (Music Video)

Brooklyn rapper Bajan Sparrow (formerly known as Spa77ow) presents the Director Ruth directed music video for ‘Dopeman Freestyle’, where he drops bars over N.W.A.’s classic in anticipation of his forthcoming mixtape ‘God Don’t Like Ugly’. Sparrow was featured in XXL’s Freshmen issue 2015 (read his XXL interview). He collaborated in 2014 with Tone Trump (‘Virgin Remy‘)…

SNE – SFTW (Sorry For The Wait) (Prod. by PenHouse/Audio)

Hackney’s ‘Golden Child’ SNE is no stranger to the streetbuzz. Following the trap hit ‘Rico Rodrigo‘, the soulful ‘Tiana Major‘ and the recent collaboration with Nadia Rose on ‘Goku’; the East Londoner is back with ‘Sorry For The Wait’ and he’s not taking things calmly. Fully embracing his self-coined genre ‘Trillful’ blending a fusion of…

Atumpan ft. Paigey Cakey – Watch Nobody (Prod. by Delirious/08th July/Audio)

After emerging in 2013 onto the Afrobeats scene with his huge hit single ‘The Thing’ (Ministry of Sound), Ghanaian musician Atumpan started picking up wider attention and has steadily been building a reputation across Europe with his subsequent singles ‘Baby Mama’ and ‘African Whine’ respectively. His new single ‘Watch Nobody’ has already been building specialist…

IDE – Flight Patterns (Prod. by Lucky Loopiano) Taken From: Breathe Easy (Album)

‘Breathe Easy‘ is the first full-length studio album from Brooklyn Hip Hop recording artist IDE, the co-founder & CEO of Creative Juices Music. After a six year hiatus, IDE returns with producer Lucky Loopiano to deliver his most personal album to date – a ‘magnum opus’ of raw lyricism and thematic wordplay over the intoxicating…

Superior ft. Verbal Kent – Mastermind (Audio/Below System Records)

Netherlands based Below System Records presents ‘Mastermind‘ featuring Chicago emcee Verbal Kent, it,s the second single by German producer Superior, from his upcoming album ‘The Journey’ which is due out this summer. www.facebook.com/superiorprod1 https://twitter.com/Superior_Prod https://soundcloud.com/superior-productions-1 https://twitter.com/BIG_VK1 https://twitter.com/BelowSystem

The Doctor’s Orders Presents: PETE ROCK & CL SMOOTH 25th Anniversary Show @ The Garage, London, UK (02nd Sept)

Soul and Jazz driven beats with smooth, philosophical lyics, that is the signature sound of 90’s Hip Hop and the signature sound of one of the most influential and critically acclaimed acts of the era: Pete Rock & CL Smooth. The perfect combination of producer and MC perform this very rare London show in celebration…

Moods ft. Sam Wills – How I Feel (Audio) + Reveals A Beautiful Mind EP (June)

Moods is back with his latest EP – ‘A Beautiful Mind’ out on Boogie Angst this June supplying his unique blend of warm Electronica, Nu-Disco and Indie Dance with Hip Hop sensibilities. His new offering effortlessly fuses the influences that established him as king of the slow jams with his first releases alongside the more…

Illien Rosewell – Floating Brass (Prod. by Nottz/Audio)

Over a soulful and funky theatrical instrumental provided by well-renowned producer, Nottz Raw, Rosewell showcases his ability to embody a complex and passionate tight-knit style in this explosive narrative. With a harmonically-rich sample that highly satisfies a vision of complete takeover; Rosewell exudes confidence and swagger with a relentless flow attacking any misconception to his…

DDark – Anthony Joshua (Music Video/GRM Daily)

Check out the latest offering from London based artist DDark, courtesy of GRM Daily. The single is from DDark’s forthcoming mixtape ‘Dark Horse Vol. 3’ out soon! ‘DARK HORSE Vol. 2’ (MIXTAPE) OUT NOW ON iTunes! (FULL STREAM) www.ddarkonline.com http://twitter.com/ddarkonline www.facebook.com/ddarkonline

The Doctor’s Orders Presents: Apollo Brown & Guilty Simpson + DJ Mo Fingaz @ Hoxton Square Bar and Kitchen, London, UK (02nd July)

As house producer for the mighty Mello Music Group, Detroit native Apollo Brown is a powerhouse on the boards. Making incredible beats for many of the hottest names in Hip Hop including the likes of Danny Brown & Freddie Gibbs. He is one of the few producers to have taken the torch from the likes…

Coops – Frankincense & Myrrh (Prod. by Ollie Twist/Audio)

London rapper Coops is gearing up to release new project ‘God Complex‘ on 6th June via digital and limited vinyl. This week he unveils lead single, ‘Frankincense & Myrrh’, produced by Ollie Twist. Having released his ‘Lost Soul‘ mixtape in 2014, with tracks including ‘Chillin’ and ‘Blessings’, this new release touches on themes including self…

King Promise ft. Fuse ODG - Thank God (Prod. by Killbeatz/Music Video)

King Promise ft. Fuse ODG – Thank God (Prod. by Killbeatz/Music Video)

King Promise, Fuse ODG and legendary afro-beats producer Killbeatz, join forces on the release of highly captivating and feel-good anthem, ‘Thank God’. The drums and organ open the record with an immediate up-beat rhythm that allows the percussion to glint through between beats, providing the authentic afro-beat magic. King Promise and Fuse ODG compliment each…

JKJ – See About It (Music Video) + JORDAN 2 (Mixtape/Audio)

R.A.R.E.Nation’s JKJ continues with his ‘JORDAN 2‘ Wave as he drops off his latest visual for ‘See About It.’ The $toney produced, mellow vibe track is brought to life with visuals provided by Beyond Dream Productions. ‘JORDAN 2’ is Now Available on iTunes, Spotify and All other major digital outlets. https://twitter.com/JkJ412 https://twitter.com/RealNormanDean https://twitter.com/BEYONDDREAMS412

Mosimann & Djs From Mars – Somebody Call The Cops (Music Video + Beatport)

Djs From Mars and Quentin Mosimann team up for their new collaboration ‘Somebody Call The Cops’ (already supported by Tommy Trash, Firebeatz, Promiseland, Boostedkidz). The new track hits you with whip-cracking kicks, earth shattering bass, distorted synths and a sample that makes it very clear that the party isn’t stopping without the intervention of law…

Urban Vault Exclusive: Neka & Kahlo ft. Hanif & Illmaculate – Runaways Part II (Audio Premiere)

Neka & Kahlo first made waves in 2014 with their debut Hip Hop single ‘Alchemistress’, which appeared on BuzzFeed. The track “… burst the genre apart at the seams, bringing rock, pop, and electronic dance music into something that I don’t think Portland has ever quite heard before – Portland Mercury“. The duo view their…