Halle Berry or Hallelujah? Kids Wasting Time: 05.11 Blogger Widgets
  • After much anticipation, Chicago product Chance's sophomore effort has finally arrived.
  • While we wait for Born Sinner, Cole drops off a smooth joint to hold us over.
  • Krizzle breaks his silence with a brand new 17 track offering.
  • Sean Don and his G.O.O.D. Music brother let loose of Hall of Fame's next single.

5.31.2011

The Cool Kids - When Fish Ride Bicycles (Artwork & Tracklist)

July 12th. The long await album from The Cool Kids is almost here. After so much free music they have given out in the past, make sure to save your coins for this one on July 12th. We're excited about the features so hit the jump to see em.


Big Sean - "Not Good Enough" x "Home"

Two unreleased Big Sean tracks surfaced on the internets tonight, making us all question if they were from his upcoming debut album Finally Famous: The Album. Sean quickly set us all straight, tweeting what you see below. No matter what, we like these tracks, and will definitely be adding them to our Big Sean roster. You should do the same.








Download: "Not Good Enough"

Download: "Home"
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5.30.2011

Fashawn - "Down That Road" (feat. Sam Hook) [Video]

Here's the visuals from Fashawn's Sam Hook assisted track from his most recent mixtape, Higher Learning 2. 


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Justus Clarke - Livin' It (Album)

Justus Clarke, a 16 year old R&B/Soul singer/songwriter/producer, hit us up with a single from his debut album Livin' It and the FREE download for his dope project. We don't usually mess with R&B but this dude is just too ill. He's got a refreshing sound to him, and he's got nowhere to go but up seeing as though he's so young. Steam and download of the album is below.




Download: Livin' It (Album)
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Adam Dollaz - "Fork In The Road"

The Baton Rouge emcee is unleashing a string of promotional tracks prior to the release of his upcoming mixtape, which is still untitled, that is slated to be dropped later this summer. Influenced by real life experiences and 90s hip hop music, listen and download Adam Dollaz's first offering from the project below.

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StyLeZDaKiDD - "I Was Dreaming"

The homie Space Academy hit the KWT email to introduce us to StylezDaKiDD, an up and coming Las Vegas rapper who Space signed to his Space.Age.Music.Group label as well as laced him up with the same management team. This is a joint from dude's upcoming project entitled Pure Imagination, which, after hearing this, we're pretty hyped for.




Download: "I Was Dreaming"
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Jimmy Astro - "I'm On One" (Freestyle)

From the source..."With a few projects lined up to drop within the next month or two, Jimmy releases this “I’m On One” freestyle from one of his upcoming projects Leftovers, where he will take some of his favorite industry instrumentals and proceed to do his thing."

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Wale - "The Cloud" (feat. Tiara Thomas) [Video]

Wale's shot at a weed anthem (using the word anthem loosely) gets the visual treatment.

Consequence - "My Way Home"

In memory of the late, great Gil Scott-Heron, Cons goes in over Kanye West and Common's "My Way Home" beat that sampled the recently passed away poet himself. We've always loved this beat, as it was one of the most refreshing samples from Late Registration despite it clocking in at under two minutes. So, being Consequence fans, we are of course lovin' this joint. Movies On Demand 3 June 14th.

























Download: "My Way Home"
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5.29.2011

J. Cole - "How High"

Some new Jermaine for y'all Cole World reppers. Not sure if this will be seen on J. Cole's debut album Cole World, his upcoming mixtape that will drop prior to the album, or a different project. Either way, we like what we hear and are more hyped than ever for Cole World. 









Download: "How High"
Previous: J. Cole - "Return of Simba"
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Nike SB Stefan Janoski Premium "Woodgrain"

Inspired by wood, the Nike SB Stefan Janoski Premium "Woodgrains" are among Nike's group of sneakers to be released this June. There are literally dozens of colorways of these "Twaan's greatest hits" kicks, but, for some reason, I still have yet to snag a pair. Though the original blues definitely have done it for me ever since the first release way back when, this is probably the most fresh colorway I've seen for the Stefans. Good luck getting your hands on these though, as there are very limited quantities and are only available at exclusive boutiques. Sad face. 


5.27.2011

Blu x David Ellis - Collaborative Animation

Not much to say about this other than wow. Just awesome. Artists Blu (not the rapper we've posted on here) and David Ellis collaborate to make this street animation. So creative, we love it.


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Curren$y vs. Nardwuar (Part 2 - Vancouver)

Curren$y always down to give us a few laughs. I've loved the way he sort of clowns CANNON! Haha. But Nardwuar for sure knows his stuff and it's always fun to watch him interact with some of our favorite artists. Haha enjoy.


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Chiddy Bang - Peanut Butter & Swelly (Mixtape)

New Chiddy Bang. 15 tracks. Can't wait to listen. No time for write-up. #TeamSwelly.


Download: Peanut Butter & Swelly
Previous: Chiddy Bang - Peanut Butter & Swelly (Trailer)
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Shye - "Picture Me" (feat. Sir Michael Rocks)

The Chicago natives pair up on this smooth track. This one is off of Shye's Lavish Dreams and Addiction. New Mikey verse. We like.




Download: "Picture Me" (feat. Sir Michael Rocks)
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Milk N Cookies - "Chicago Summer Rapture 2011" Mix

Just in time for the Summer Camp Music Festival right here in Illinois, Chicago DJ duo Milk N Cookies drop a 35 minute mix of sick electro-house music. Entitled "Chicago Summer Rapture 2011," the mix easily surpassed 100 free SoundCloud downloads in one day, so Milk N Cookies opted to give the rest of their fans a free download, which you can snag below. In the meantime, check out these dudes every weekend murdering clubs in the Chicago area while they plan a fall tour and continue to create new, original music.




































Download: "Chicago Summer Rapture 2011"
Previous: Milk N Cookies - "Perseverance" (Video)
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Big Sean Performs "My Last" on Jimmy Kimmel Live

#FFOE! Big Sean hit up Jimmy Kimmel Live as the musical guest tonight to perform his hit single "My Last." Awesome to see Sean finally gettin' some of that much deserved recognition even though everybody is mad late. Finally Famous: The Album is set to hit the shelves June 28th, and we're expecting everyone to go out, support Sean and G.O.O.D. Music, and purchase his debut for a mere $14.


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Los Angeles Unified Sound District - "Ignite" (feat. Thurz, Y-O & Vida Jafari)

*Oh face* ...this beat goes hard. L.A.U.S.D. links up with a rather unknown singer and the artists formerly known as U-N-I for this head nodder. This one's from Polyester and L4zy Lou's (who together are L.A.U.S.D.) upcoming compilation project Board of Production. All of their tracks go, and I'm pumped to hear even more of what The New West has to offer when this tape hits the deck. Sidebar: wondering why Thurz and Y-O aren't listed as U-N-I? In disappointing news, U-N-I have officially separated, deciding to work on their solo careers. Sad, sad, sad.




































Download: "Ignite" (feat. Thurz, Y-O & Vida Jafari)
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Laws - "Momma Miss America" (Video)

Although the track just dropped yesterday, Laws unveils an accompanying video for his Paul McCartney sampled cut. The second release from Yesterday's Future, which will now drop May 31st, was inspired by the 1970 McCartney song of the same name.


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5.26.2011

Miguel - "Sure Thing" (Remix) [feat. Pusha T]

Miguel, you've heard him in his J. Cole featured track "All I Want Is You," enlists Pusha for the remix to another All I Want Is You (also the album title) single. This is nice, me likey Pusha T over this R&B feel backdrop. Props to MissInfo.























Download: "Sure Thing" (Remix) [feat. Pusha T]

Chip Tha Ripper - "Everyday Chillin'" (Video)

Yet another Gift Raps joint gets visualized. Hoping that the next track from said project to score a video  is either "Plural" or "U.A.F." If you get the chance hit up Chip and Cudi, who are coming to a city near you while on their Cud Life Tour. Selfish name by Cudder.


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Download: Gift Raps (FreEP)
Previous: Chip Tha Ripper - "Sippin' On Some Syrup" (Freestyle)
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5.25.2011

Chiddy Bang - "Guiness Flow"

For Chiddy Bang's second release from their upcoming Friday mixtape, Peanut Butter & Swelly, Chiddy goes in over a Xaphoon beat, of course, in celebration of his new world record. Artwork for the mixtape is below, and from what we've heard, we're expecting Peanut Butter & Swelly to be some of the Philly duo's best music yet. 




Download: "Guiness Flow"
Previous: Chiddy Bang - "When You've Got Music" (feat. The Knocks)
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Kendrick Lamar - "HiiiPoWeR" (Video)

K.Dot drops his #Section80 single's full video after giving us all a preview with the trailer a ways back. Snag the download below and be sure to stay in tune for more releases from the project up until the album's release. 


Big Sean - Finally Famous (Artwork)

The fellas over at G.O.O.D. Music decided they should move the album back a week to June 28th. #KanyeShrug. One of the most anticipated albums from our point of view, boiii.


5.24.2011

Jack Mushroom - "Acid"


Dom Kennedy Announces From The Westside With Love ll Release Date

@DOPEITSDOM hit up Twitter to disclose the release date for his upcoming project entitled From The Westside With Love II, which will obviously be the follow-up to his 2010 mixtape From The Westside With Love. Suuuuuuper hyped for this one, as the original remains one of KWT's favorite mixtapes as of late, and we're hoping part 2 will eventually reach that point. Stay calm, listen to Dom. 

Laws & Paul McCartney - "Momma Miss America"

For the second single from Laws' upcoming Paul McCartney inspired mixtape Yesterday's Future, dude flips McCartney's 1970 track of the same name. Expect the mixtape tomorrow, which is made up entirely of Paul McCartney samples and remixes. Definitely going to be a must download.




Download: "Momma Miss America"
Previous: Laws & Paul McCartney - "Dear Boy"
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5.23.2011

Derrick Rose x Big Sean Adidas Commercial

A couple of our two favorite mid west representers joined up for the latest Adidas commercial. It's mostly just about the shoes Derrick Rose is wearing while shitting on fools, but Big Sean's "I Do It" is in the background. We likey.

SNL Digital Short - "3 Way (Golden Rule)" [feat. Justin Timberlake & Lady Gaga] {Video}

In the season finale of the Justin Timberlake hosted episode of Saturday Night Live, Andy Samberg debuted this digital short featuring then musical guest Lady Gaga and JT himself. Though not featured on The Lonely Island's second album Turtleneck & Chain, this track regarding the unthinkable act is definitely funny enough to be. 



Pac Div - "Fallin'" (Video)

Check the newest set of visuals from The New West trio's latest offering, Mania! Catch Pac Div on Coors Light's Search for the Coldest Tour with N.E.R.D. soon and be on the lookout for their debut album Grown Kid Syndrome to drop sometime this summer. 



Chiddy Bang - "When You've Got Music" (feat. The Knocks)

With Peanut Butter & Swelly dropping Friday, the guys decided to drop a new song everyday up until the release. Get ready #TeamSwelly, we have a feeling this is going to be their best work yet.



Download: "When You've Got Music" (feat. The Knocks)
Previous: Chiddy Bang - Peanut Butter & Swelly (Trailer)
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Pac Div x Good Fella Media (Interview)

Finalizing the album. Basketball. Fans. Mania.


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Rapsody - "Extra Extra" (feat. Mac Miller) [Video]

Some visuals from Rapsody's first lead single off her upcoming project Thank H.E.R. Now. Not going to lie, we have never heard of Rapsody but we can't be mad with a new Mac Miller verse coming to our attention.



J. Cole - "Return Of Simba"

This track is the follow up to Cole's "Grown Simba". This is probably an album cut for one of our most anticipated albums of the year(?).





Download: "Return Of Simba"
Previous: J. Cole - "See It To Believe It"
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Big Sean Weekend Recap #18 (Video)

[Insert something we haven't already said about a Big Sean Weekend Recap]


5.22.2011

Frank Ocean - "Acura Integurl" (Video)

Dopeness from the Odd Future singer. This track apparently was not good enough for Nostalgia, ULTRA, but was good enough for a visual. We likey. Oh and if you haven't heard Nostalgia, ULTRA is going to get a re-release as a physical copy by Def Jam. Seems that they saw what the kid was up to and now they wanna do something about it to make money. Ocean isn't happy with em.



Download: "Acura Integurl"

Kanye West - Festival Mawazine 2011

Boss shit in his white suit. Part one apparently got taken off the web or some shit... #KanyeShrug.

Common - "Ghetto Dreams" (feat. Nas) [Snippet]

Early today Amazon posted this snippet for Common's Nas assisted single, "Ghetto Dreams," from his upcoming album The Dreamer, The Believer. Set to drop June 23rd, the only label listed for the album is Think Common Entertainment. Wait, whaaaa? What happened with G.O.O.D. Music? Surely we'll find out soon, but, until then, this track will be a must, as it contains two hip hop legends. Can't wait for it to drop in it's entirety. 


Shouts to Amazon
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5.20.2011

Mac Miller - "Wear My Hat" (Video)

As promised...


Drake - "Dreams Money Can Buy"

Drake drops a new one. Don't ask why I'm posting this. I just liked the chill'ed out beat. "Don't fvck with me". I really tried to like this one. I'm still scratching my head at how much people love this guy. He still drops Weezy's name too much, in my opinion. This one goes for me though. That was #TheBiggestDrakeComplimentYouWillEverHearFromMe. Hahaha.


Download: "Dreams Money Can Buy"
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Big Sean - "What Goes Around" & "I Don't Think They Want It"

With this newest single off Finally Famous I am feeling more confident with Sean. "I Do It" did not do it for me as a huge Big Sean fan. It came off as really annoying. Sorry Sean. This one goes though. Check it. And remember to go out and support G.O.O.D. Music June 21st. A bonus track down below. Not sure if it too is from Finally Famous or not. Production by No I.D boiiii.



Download: "What Goes Around"

Bonus Track: "I Don't Think They Want It"
Previous: Sweat The World with Big Sean
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5.19.2011

Is Jack Mushroom in Odd Future?

A lot of people, including ourselves, are new to the young rapper (15), Jack Mushroom. The first thing we obviously noticed since we are huge Odd Future fans is that he rep'ed the gang hard. So the investigation begun.



We got into contact with the artist and he told us to ask some of the Odd Future members. Easier said than done. Haha. We realize that there are many Odd Future members. Not just the main ones. Time will tell if he is really with Odd Future or not we just wanted to be the first to cover the story. Hit the jump for some of the facts...

Madbury Club Street Reviews Goblin

The boys from Madbury Club take Tyler, The Creator's album Goblin to the streets to find out what people have to say about it. Dudes in suits and crazy ass hippies listening for the first time. Haha sounds perfect. Enjoy.



Skeme - The Statement (Mixtape)

West Coast spitter Skeme drops his highly anticipated The Statement project with features from Dom Kennedy, Casey Veggies, and more. If you like what The New West is puttin' out these days, definitely snag this and his previous mixtape Pistols & Palm Trees. 


Download: The Statement (Mixtape)

Mac Miller - "Love Lost"

Mac Miller celebrates reaching 400K followers by letting go of a new song via Twitter. No idea what project this one will end up being on, if any. Dope sample here, as Black Diamond handles the production.




Download: "Love Lost"

Azad Right - "Tonight" x "Shook Ones, Pt. 2 (Freestyle)"

For the third installment in his The Road to Peace series, Azad Right comes through with an original, Jonathan Marquez produced track entitled "Tonight" as well as a freestyle over Mobb Deep's "Shook Ones, Pt. 2."For those of you in the Los Angeles area, Azad will be opening for UK rapper Tinie Tempah at LA's Key Club on June 1st, which is a must see your all you Azad Right and true hip hop fans.



Download: "Tonight"

Download: "Shook Ones, Pt. 2 (Freestyle)"
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Wiz Khalifa DayToday (Season 4, Episode 4, Green Carpet Tour) [Video]

Behind the Scenes: Pac Div - "Fallin'" (Video)

Get an inside look as Pac Div films the music video for their Mania! single "Fallin'," which is definitely one of our favorites from the mixtape. The trio's debut album, Grown Kid Syndrome, is expected to finally be released at some point this summer. 

Sir Michael Rocks - "Livin' It Up" (feat. Trademark Da Skydiver) [Video]

Here are the latest visuals for "Livin' It Up" off of Mikey's The Rocks Report. Smooth and laid back. Yeah, that's how Mikey does it. Premiere Politics is up next, and expect this project soon from this Cool Kid gone solo. 

Kreayshawn - "Gucci Gucci" (Video)

It's late. I'll say more about Kreayshawn tomorrow. Passes out.



5.18.2011

Sweat the World with Big Sean

In the words of Karmaloop TV, "Wahid joins Big Sean on the road and discusses all things G.O.O.D. Music, his fashion mentor tAz Arnold, working with NO I.D. on his debut album Finally Famous and enjoying life." ROSEWOOOOOODDDDDDDD.

 

Bulls vs. Heat, NBA Eastern Conference Finals Game 2

Game 2 of the Bulls vs. Heat Eastern Conference Finals series begins tonight at 7:30CT. Hope you all will be tuning in just as the KWT will be. LET'S GO BULLS, and expect updates from us throughout the game and a final update once the game is over, with highlights from the contest. But for now, enjoy THE poster of THE posterization of the playoffs. I need me one of these for my bedroom wall. Mark Twaan update: Heat 85, Bulls 75, damn. A close game throughout ends with a LeBron James takeover after a fairly slow game for the so-called King. Series is now even at one as it heads back to Miami for game 3 on Sunday at 7:30CT as well. Not super excited about the outcome, so I'm not about to go lookup highlights for the game. Let's hope we can take at least one away from the Heat in Miami to at least even up the series. 

Laws & Paul McCartney - "Dear Boy"

If I'm correct this is our first Laws post, which is pretty sad and pathetic, but anyway, life goes on, expect more of him here in the near future. This joint is the first release from Laws' upcoming LRG hosted mixtape entitled Yesterday's Future, which is set to drop May 24th. The project will feature 13 Paul McCartney tracks, remixed by a number of producers, allowing the dude Laws to spit freely over these smooth beats. This is the first I'm hearing of this project, but needless to say, we're pretty hyped for it.

Download: "Dear Boy"

Pac Div x Karmaloop TV Interview

While in Atlanta for their Grind N' Hustle Tour, Pac Div take a break from the Akoo Photoshoot to discuss a number of things with Karmaloop TV including the consensus on their recent mixtape Mania! and their opinion on the up and coming artists grindin' hard out in "The New West."

 

Chiddy Bang - Peanut Butter & Swelly (Trailer)

May 27th, Chiddy Bang is releasing their next mixtape Peanut Butter & Swelly. illRoots put together a video previewing a track and showing the duo making a couple sandwiches. We can't wait.

5.17.2011

Dom Kennedy - "Designer Sh*t" (Video)

The second video from Dom's most recent offering The Original Dom Kennedy, "Designer Sh*t" finds him expressing his love for clothes, money, and women. Definitely one of the smoother joints off the mixtape, and the video is exactly what we were expecting from Mr. Kennedy. 


Trizz - "Morgue" (feat. Jack Mushroom)

Trizz let loose of his newest track from his upcoming project Stranded. Along with him he has brought Jack Mushroom. I've never heard of him but he has been on a couple of tracks with Trizz. We like what we hear.


Download: "Morgue" (feat. Jack Mushroom)

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Steve Witz (Hoodie Allen) - "UPenn Girls"

Steve Witz of Hoodie Allen goes in over a Charles Hamilton song, "Brooklyn Girls." It's very dope. KWT loves anything that Steve puts out so we were super pumped about this track. Talked with Steve and it looks to us that more Hoodie Allen is on the rise and lots of it. Now people who check our blog, if you do not know who Hoodie Allen is... Do your research and get with it. Google Hoodie Allen and get their tapes. Bagels and Beats, and Makin' Waves. It's goooood stuff we promise... SupaDupaLT Update: Since this one of the most popular searches on the website and we are pretty sure we are the only ones who carry the download, we decided to bring it back up top.

Download: "UPenn Girls"
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Fly.Union - "Hard Sell" (Video)

One of our favorite tracks from the group's debut album, The Greater Than Club gets a visual treatment. If you haven't copped the groups album yet you need to. With features from the likes of Dom Kennedy, Pac Div, and BJ The Chicago Kid, the album really had it all. Go cop.



Blu - J e s u s (Album)

Blu out of nowhere drops a new album entitled J e s u s. It was said to be free but on his Bandcamp website it is stating that it costs $10 for the digital album. Oh well we'll be buying. Even if you don't wanna fork out some change you can still go to the website and listen for free.


Download Buy: J e s u s (Album)
Previous: Blu - "Doin' Something" (feat. Pac Div, U-N-I, J*Davey, TiRon, & Ayomari)
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Jimmy Astro x Reese Jones - "The Incredibles"

On the rise Memphis rapper Jimmy Astro links up yet again with Virginia based producer Reese Jones for this cut off their upcoming collaborative EP entitled Reese And Jimmy’s Dope Adventure, which is set to drop soon but still has no definite release date. Be on the lookout here at KWT, as the project is sure to be up as soon as it is released. 

5.16.2011

Earl Sweatshirt's Email Interview with New Yorker

After Complex kicked off the search for Earl Sweatshirt by finding him in Samoa, The New Yorker digs deeper into the long lost OFWGKTA rapper's thoughts and feelings with an email interview courtesy of the woman taking all the heat for Earl being overseas, his mother. Earl's mums emailed Thebe questions, he emailed her back his responses, and she sent the mag the conversation, which can be seen in the latest issue. She also submitted a statement to New Yorker, saying, "There is a person named Thebe who preexisted Earl. That person ought to be allowed to explore and grow, and it's very hard to do that when there's a whole set of expectations, narratives, and stories that are attached to him." Hit the jump for the entire interview, which is very insightful and interesting. Twaan Update: According to Samoan Academy alumnus and friend of Thebe during their time in Samoa Tyler Craven, this interview is entirely a hoax. Saying that the counselors definitely influenced and perhaps even changed his answers, Craven has a four page interview with our buddies at Complex explaining everything from the lifestyle of the academy to a possible timeline for Earl's return. Check it HERE.




Pusha T - "Blow" (Video)

Yet another video from Pusha T from his latest dope project, Fear Of God. His follow-up to this mixtape, Fear Of God 2: Let Us Pray, drops June 21st along with fellow G.O.O.D. Musician Big Sean's Finally Famous: The Album and will feature many of the same songs as FoG along with a few added bonus tracks.

Tyler, The Creator: "Little Goblins" Promotes Goblin

Tyler stars in yet another strangely hilarious promotion video for his recently released album Goblin, which both SupaDupa and I have copped. Also starring is the midget who impersonated Tyler at MTV's Woodie Awards and three of his buddies. 



Eastern Conference Finals: Bulls vs. Heat, Game 1

After eliminating the Hawks in 6 games a few nights ago, the Bulls move on to the Eastern Conference Finals to square off against the Miami Heat, where tonight marks game 1 of the series. After sweeping the Heat in the regular season series, I'm hoping our Bulls won't have any trouble against GayBron and company, but I have a feeling it being the playoffs will spice things up a bit. Well, I'm off to watch the game via tnt.tv's weird coverage seeing as though my apartment has no cable. Expect an update soon with a final score, (hopefully being a Bulls W) and a highlight or two. Lezz do it. Mark Twaan update: Bulls 103, Heat 82, domination. After a close game throughout halfway into the 3rd quarter, the Bulls pull away and go on to stun the Heat in the series opener. DRose led the way for Chicago with 28 points, Luol Deng came through with 21, but Taj Gibson stole the show with two SICK dunks, one of which put Dwyane Wade on a poster and is featured below, and the other putback slam can be seen after the jump. Expect updates for each game throughout the Bulls' run to the Finals. 



5.14.2011

KWT Taking (and Posting) Music Submissions

It's apparent that some artists are aware that we here at Kids Wasting Time are open for business when it comes to music submissions through email, but I'm not convinced that all of our viewers are aware of this option of contacting us. Such artists as Space Academy, Azad Right, Lerix, Jimmy Astro, daZe, Trizz and more have taken advantage of the KWT email, submitted some music, and received a post or multiple posts on our blog. We're very satisfied with the amount of emails we're receiving from up and coming artists, but we're hoping for even more. Hopefully this post will open others' eyes up to this opportunity, as we would love to feature you on our blog. You can submit music to us by email at KWTblog@yahoo.com or through Twitter at @KidsWastingTime. We'd also like to remind you that we are very open minded when it comes to music, so don't be shy with your submissions. We thank you. Waste time.

Frank Ocean - "Novacane" (Live in NYC)

Frank Ocean performs one of my favorite songs from his mixtape Nostalgia, ULTRA. Pick it up if you haven't yet. It's pure dopeness. I've always liked sort of R&B singers so since OF has one of the dopest out right now I've been all over it and you should too.


Lerix - "Do Right" (feat. Rickie Jacobs)

Brooklyn's own Lerix hit us up again to announce his release of the second single from his upcoming EP, Audio Arcade. "Do Right"also features Baltimore emcee Rickie Jacobs. Follow the dude on Twitter at @LerixMusic and be sure to check back often for more singles and the eventual drop of Audio Arcade.



Odd Future Shuts Down Newbury Street In Boston

On the day of the release of Goblin, Tyler held a signing in Boston. This is what came about during the signing in perfect OF form. Swag.


Air Jordan 5 "Wolf Grey" Releases Today

I know we don't normally post sneakers on here, but these kicks are just too fresh to pass up. Releasing today, this colorway of the classic Air Jordan 5 sneaker is the second AJ5 colorway to drop this year after the "Premios" came out a while back. $150 can snag you a pair, but finding somewhere where they're not sold out or where there's not lines through the parking lot consisting of hipters dressed up as Michael Jordan will be the problem.


Kyle Rapps - "Rapps 101" (feat. U-N-I)

Here's a joint from a couple of artists who our readers probably aren't too familiar with, which is a good thing, right? We don't know much about Kyle Rapps, but we do know of U-N-I, who are right up there with Pac Div, Dom Kennedy, and Kendrick Lamar as dope representers of The New West. We've posted a few tracks featuring the Cali duo consisting of YO and Thurzday in the past, but hopefully you'll be seeing more of them on KWT. We can only hope so. Anyway, we love the smooth production laced with bars on bars on bars on this single from Kyle's latest EP Re-Edutainment, which you can snag in its entirety below over at iTunes.


Download Buy: Re-Edutainment

5.13.2011

Blu - "Doin' Something" (feat. Pac Div, U-N-I, J*Davey, TiRon, & Ayomari)

Blu grabs everyone from the west coast that's killin' the game right now, and throws them on this NoYork! track. These dudes trade dope verses back to back for 6 minutes, what more could you ask for? The New West is definitely dominating my playlists right now.


Theophilus London - "Last Name London"

Here we've got a Theophilus London cut, which will be the first single from his upcoming debut LP, Timez Are Weird These Days. Expect the album to release July 19th, but until then, stream "Last Name London" below, and hit @TheophilusL with a RT to download the track. Hit the download link below for further instructions.





Curren$y - "#JetsGo" (Video)

"#JetsGo," Spitta's first single from his upcoming June 28th album Weekend At Burnie's, gets an official music video, which you can check out below. This next project will be Curren$y's first under his new Warner Brothers label. Dude's gonna put out more music in the first two quarters than most will in the whole year. JETS.



5.12.2011

David Dallas - The Rose Tint (Mixtape) x "Caught In A Daze" (feat. Freddie Gibbs) [Video]

From New Zealand to New York rapper David Dallas releases his first project on his new label, Duck Down Records. We love the smoothness Dallas has brought to hip hop in the past, and he sticks to those roots yet again for this project. For those of you who are new to David, we've thrown in a music video for The Rose Tint's "Caught In A Daze," featuring Freddie Gibbs, after the jump. 


5.11.2011

Curren$y - "Blood Sweat N Gears" (feat. Fiend) [Video]

This Alchemist produced Covert Coup joint is the first to receive the visual treatment from Spitta's 4/20 mixtape. This track and vid features fellow JETS International representer Fiend, who some of you may not know too much about, so give him a look. 

Curren$y - Weekend At Burnie's (Album Artwork)

Yet again, Spitta baffles us all by releasing the artwork for ANOTHER upcoming project. This one will be entitled Weekend At Burnie's, will feature Monsta Beatz on all the production, and will drop June 28th through Curren$y's new Warner Bros. label. 


Jimmy Astro - Jimmy (Mixtape)

We love it when new, up and coming artists hit the KWT email with submissions, which is exactly what the young Memphis emcee Jimmy Astro did. Featured is Astro's second project, Jimmy, which is entirely produced (with the exception of a few tracks) and performed by Jimmy himself. Listing KWT favorites Kanye West and Kid Cudi as some of his inspirations, you can preview a track from the mixtape and download the tape below, hit up his official Tumblr page, and follow the dude on Twitter at @SirJimmyIsDope.

"Bacon" (prod. Reese Jones)
Download: Jimmy (Mixtape)

Big Sean Talks His New Single "I Do It"

Watch as KWT favorite Big Sean reflects on his most recent Finally Famous: The Album single, "I Do It."Said album will be Sean's debut, and is set to release to the public for purchase June 21st. Everyone tell your friends, Sean's dope. 



5.10.2011

J. Cole - "See It To Believe It"

Don't get your hopes up too much, this isn't J. Cole's single from his upcoming album, but rather an unreleased track from who knows when. This track definitely goes though, and pair this with his recent B-Side he released a few days ago, we're as hyped as ever for Jermaine's upcoming album. COLE WORLLLLDDDDD.



Download: "See It To Believe It"
Previous: J. Cole - "Disgusting"
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Frank Ocean - "You Got It"

A new Frank Ocean track arises out of nowhere... Swag. Goblin is out and the OF singer is all over it. Get with it. It's the Wolf Gang.



Download: "You Got It"
Previous Tyler, The Creator - "She" (feat. Frank Ocean)

Pusha T - "Open Your Eyes" (Video)

Pusha drops the fourth video from his recent Fear Of God mixtape, and this time it's the Queen sampled "Open Your Eyes" that gets the visual treatment. Look for his next project, Fear Of God 2: Let Us Pray to hit the internets June 21st.

Wiz Khalifa DayToday (Season 4, Episode 3) [Video]

The normal DayToday shit that Wiz is up to. Weed. Bombay. Champagne. Amber. Ohh... and how bout the Woodie Awards. Buy Rolling Papers if you haven't yet.

Tyler, The Creator - Goblin (Album)

OFWGKTA. One of the most anticipated albums for us at KWT. Swag. Swag. Swag. Swag. Forget a write-up. We're too busy listening... 18 tracks so pay due to the dude who has given us plenty of free downloads. 6olf Wan6. 6oblin. Swag.

Download Buy: Goblin (Deluxe Edition) (we recommend Deluxe for 3 more tracks) or Goblin


Kanye West - Live At Coachella 2011 (Mixtape)

Complex did all us Kanye lovers a solid and compiled a mixtape of Ye's Coachella live performance. That album cover is too dope, such a sick picture. The video for Yeezy's entire performance is set to drop soon, so pair that with this and you might not feel so bad for missing the show. Ehhh, I still am a bit salty about still never witnessing a Kanye set in person. 


5.09.2011

Pac Div - "Rollin" (Video)

A new in studio music video for the group's track, "Rollin" off Don't Mention It. This was shot when 3 Little Digs were in the building for Pac Div's latest interview. Wait really!? Is LT gettin' first dibs on this Pac Div post?! That never happens. I've always liked Pac Div, but never loved them like Twaan does. As of late they are damn near the only thing I'm playin'. I'm starting to become a true #knucklehead.