GhostWridah - The Road To Downtown Lights (Documentary)

Get an exclusive look at the creative process behind GhostWridah's Downtown Lights project courtesy of the Miami emcee and Real L.Y.F.E. Creativity in this 18 minute, behind the scenes documentary. Ghost is that dude. Big things poppin' for the buzzing Florida spitter in the near future.

Rick Ross - "3 Kings" (feat. Dr. Dre & Jay-Z) [Video]

Rozay celebrates the release of God Forgives, I Don't with the official visual for one of the LP's best and most star studded joints, "3 Kings." It doesn't look like there was any sort of video shoot for this one, though, as directors DRE Films and Jon J chopped up previous footage of Dre, Ross, and Jay's careers, streaming it effortlessly over the huge collabo. Pick up GFID right now.

Hoodie Allen - "Hey Now" (prod. Something Silent)

After the incredible success of his All American EP, which independently reached #1 on the overall iTunes charts, Hoodie Allen is back focusing on rewarding his fans with free music. To kick things off, the UPenn alum gives us "Hey Now," a party record with a distinct EDM inspired backdrop. Hoodie will forever be getting hooks stuck in heads and bodies on the dance floor.

Along with some new music in the vaults, Hoodie's newest endeavor is The Excellent Adventure Tour with fellow emcee G-Eazy, which begins on August 7th. Hit the jump to peep the dates and flyer, and head HERE to snag some tickets for a show near you.


Download: "Hey Now" (prod. Something Silent)
Previous: Hoodie Allen - All American (EP)

Iggy Azalea - "Runway" (feat. Pusha T)

Download: Glory (EP)
Previous: Iggy Azalea - "Murda Bidness" (feat. T.I.)

Hit-Boy - "Old School Caddy" (feat. Kid Cudi)

Following "Jay-Z Interview", Hit Boy is out here doin' it. With a Kanye-like story HB is already proving he deserves more looks than Cyhi Da Prince. I mean come on, you all saw the Complex cover. Cyhi took another "L" with not even making the cut. One more thing... Spoiler alert. Cudder rapping.

Download: "Old School Caddy" (feat. Kid Cudi)
Previous: Hit-Boy - "Old School Caddy" (feat. Kid Cudi) [Preview]

Steve Cantrell - #TodaysDopeness: Episode 4 (Video)

Our apologies to the dude Steve Cantrell for missing the first three episodes, but at least we caught on early, right? For this week's vlog series entitled #TodaysDopeness, Freedom Fighter Steve Cantrell takes us to ATL's SCMC Music Conference where he performs a few joints. Dopeness, indeed.

Big K.R.I.T. - "What U Mean" (feat. Ludacris) [Video]

Krizzle and Luda's "Country Sh*t" was such a success that the two Dirty South representatives had to get together for another one. "What U Mean" was the result of their second collaboration, with it landing on K.R.I.T.'s recently dropped debut LP Live From The Underground. Today, the southern duo let loose of the simple, black and white visual for one of LFTU's harder hitting tracks. Watch it below courtesy of KWT.

Rahiem Supreme - "Cain Story" (Video)

DC up and comer Rahiem Supreme channels his inner Slick Rick as he tells the story of Cain, an infamous drug dealer, in this old school feel visual. Watch below as Rahiem narrates the rise and fall of the eye-patched fly cat.

Jay Electronica Unveils Act II Tracklisting

Get a little excited, but keep it to a minimum. As we continue to scratch each update off the Act II checklist (completion, artwork, Hov's obsession), it seems as though we're very close to receiving Jay Elect's mysterious, oft-delayed Roc Nation debut LP. But, prior to today's update, that wasn't the blogosphere consensus, as many believe Act II has a slimmer chance of dropping than a punter being drafted in the third round (oh, wait...).

Today, however, via his rarely used Twitter account, Jay Electronica tweeted a screenshot of the album's tracklisting, giving his loyal fans a reason to finally be hopeful that Act II is indeed coming. Complete with features from Jigga, Yeezy, Diddy, and even Ronny Reagan, it looks as though Act II, just as we all could have guessed, if ever released, will be an instant classic. Tracklist down bottom.

Ballin' Line of the Week: Childish Gambino

Donald Glover: actor, comedian, producer, and rapper. The "Community" star has branched his talents into the rap world, from his first mixtape release in 2010 to his debut album Camp. Armed with a writing degree and a rapping name from a Wu-Tang name-generator, Gambino drops some sick rhymes, including this basketball reference..

Hit the jump to see what the line is, what song it's from, and what it means...

ScHoolboy Q - "THere He Go" (Video)

Quincy is still pumping out visuals from his January project Habits & Contradictions like it just dropped yesterday. We're not complaining, though. This time around, the TDE spitter unleashes "THere He Go" in video form. Watch below.

Vic Mensa & Thelonious Martin - "Naked Pictures" (Video)

Austin Vesely continues to direct the Save Money crew in the right direction with their visuals.  Here is another of his productions for Vic Mensa and Thelonious Martin's newest drop "Naked Pictures."  Be on the lookout for Mensa and Martin's collaboration effort in the form of Part Two which is coming soon.

J. Cole - "The Cure"

Oh Cole, how we've missed you. Just one night after he took to open mic night to explain the idea behind his hiatus, Jermaine lets loose of new music for the first time in months. Over a mellow, "Lift Off" sampled background, J. Cole goes off for four straight minutes, leaving us with a long list of quotables. Is one release the momentum he needed to flood the web with news, tracks, and vids? We can only hope.

Hats off the the AC³ fam for the linkage.


Download: "The Cure"
Previous: J. Cole Previews "Chaining Day" at Open Mic Night

Shawn Chrystopher - lovestory. (Mixtape)

Shawn Chrys has been on the scene for a while now.  Another one of the young guns from Cali's new school of rappers, Shawn Chrystopher is a big deal.  His last masterpiece Silent Films for the Blind did not disappoint and Love Story doesn't either.  With features from some big names like Chi-Town's GLC and another new school Californian, Dom Kennedy, Shawn's newest projects is one to listen to.

Check it after the jump.

Rick Ross - "Sixteen" (feat. André 3000)

Honestly, it may be a "sin to rap," that I've never really been the biggest Ricky Rozay fan BUT, André 3K kills this track with his verse.  3 Stacks has always been known for his somewhat "different" delivery and that really comes through in his verse in "Sixteen." Check out André's dope verse below.

Sir Michael Rocks - "Can't Hide It" (feat. Rockie Fresh)

The knighted side of The Cool Kids releases another banger. Sir Mike released this track featuring the newly signed MMG artist and Chicago native Rockie Fresh, and boy does it bang.

Bump This.

J. Cole Previews "Chaining Day" at Open Mic Night

It's been a cold summer for J. Cole, who's not been heard since his debut LP dropped in September of 2011. Last night, though, Cole dropped by an old classmate's venue on open mic night to kick his newest verse acapella for the onlooking fans.



Jermaine might have been quiet throughout his hiatus, but this proves he hasn't been lazy. New material from the Prince of Roc Nation coming soon.

SonReal - Good News (Mixtape)

I heard this kid a while back and was really impressed.  Enough that when his newest project Good News came out, it was good news for me and I dedicated a good amount of time to listening to it. SonReal, one of the up-n-comers out of Canada, Vancouver to be exact, is no stranger to the scene. Good News features a couple of commonplaces in the blogs such as Emilio Rojas, (one of my favorites) JD Era, Rapper Big Pooh and Saigon.

Download Good News after the jump.

Nas' Life Is Good Sells 150K, Tops Charts

After a week on the market for Nasir's tenth studio album, the stats are in, and it's good news all around for God's Son. Life Is Good will debut at #1 on the Billboard charts after rounding up nearly 150K in album sales.

Life Is Good will mark Nas' sixth album to spark to number one on the charts. Congrats are in order.

Rapsody - "NonFiction" (feat. Raheem DeVaughn & Ab-Soul)

Rapsody grabs a 9th Wonder soundscape and an impressive feature roster for "NonFiction," which will be the NC femcee's first single from her forthcoming debut LP The Idea of Beautiful.

Previous: Rapsody - "Believe Me" (prod. 9th Wonder)

Russ - 5280 (Album)

After a slew of single releases, the dual thread DIEMON member unleashes his latest project in free album form. Quality AND quantity are this dude's forte.

Russ - "Ceremony" (prod. Russ)
Download: 5280 (Album)
Previous: Russ - "Straight From Limbo" (Video)

Action Bronson - "Midget Cough" (prod. Party Supplies)

In honor of the 2012 Summer Olympic Games, Hypetrak and Mick Boogie have come together to release Represent The Stripes, a mixtape featuring Action Bronson, Fly.Union, Chip Tha Ripper, Kids These Days, and a few other big names in hip hop. Stream the Party Supplies produced Bam Bam cut below, then head down bottom to download the entire tape.

Download: "Midget Cough" (prod. Party Supplies)
Previous: Action Bronson - "Blackbird" (prod. Thelonious Martin)

Russ - "Live Slow or Die Fast" (prod. Russ)

Turns out I lied about the "'Ceremony' being 5280's final leak" statement, as DIEMON's leading lad lets loose of another joint just prior to the midnight album release. Until then, bump Russ' latest self produced release, which should hold you over nicely for a few more hours.

Download: "Live Slow or Die Fast" (prod. Russ)
Previous: Russ - "Ceremony" (prod. Russ)

Russ - "Ceremony" (prod. Russ)

The DIEMON rapper/producer's newest endeavor 5280 is slated to drop tonight at midnight, and his self produced single "Ceremony" will be the final offering. This dude is too ill behind the boards. Easily one of my personal favorite up and coming producers out there. Tune in at 12AM for the album.

Download: "Ceremony" (prod. Russ)
Previous: Russ - "V.V.V." (prod. Russ)

Hit-Boy - "Old School Caddy" (feat. Kid Cudi) [Preview]

After "Jay-Z interview", we'll see if Hit-Boy's rapping skills stay impressive when he drops his new Cudder assisted single "Old School Caddy." For now, though, we receive only a teaser video for the track while we await the G.O.O.D. collabo's eventual drop.

Features: OFWGKTA's Place as Hip Hop's Greatest Group

A bold statement? Yes. An incorrect one? Not necessarily. While we at KWT don't necessarily agree with what the guest author is saying, we love starting controversy and discussion, which is exactly what an article like this will achieve. Allow KWT to pass the baton to the homie Morthland while he attempts to persuade you on the lasting imprint that the OF collective could leave on hip hop for years to come. Haters, as always, hit the comments section.

Article by Michael Morthland (@mmorthland)

As i sit here on l plane back from Florida listening to the new Odd Future album entitled The OF Tape Vol. 2, I wonder where the group that includes some of the most interesting nicknames since RZA, ODB, Q-Tip, and Raekwon, will land after the dust settles on the list of hip-hop's greatest groups. Granted, not to get too far ahead of myself since this list includes such classic names as Black Star, NWA, A Tribe Called Quest, Public Enemy, and the all time greatest Wu-Tang Clan. However, we are two albums, multiple mixtapes, and a psuedo-compilation album into OF's career that is less than 10 years old, and looks as if they have surpassed everything that has come before them. If you want speculation as to how OF made it to the top of the hip hop world, read KWT's article a few months ago, but whatever the reason may be, it seems as though OF is here to stay. 

2 Chainz - "Birthday Song" (feat. Kanye West)

What did we learn from the G.O.O.D. Music camp's latest cut?... All Yeezy wants for his birthday is a 3-way, while 2 Chainz is simply requesting a big booty call.

2 Chainz - "Birthday Song" (feat. Kanye West) [Artwork]

Boobie Man Tity Boi took to Instagram today to announce that his next Based On A T.R.U. Story single will be the Yeezy featured and co-produced "Birthday Song," unveiling the single cover in the process. First we get a radio burner with Drake and next a Kanye feature? 2 Chainz definitely knows how to create some hype. Dude's debut LP  will undoubtedly sell like crazy. Expect "Birthday Song" to hit on July 24th. 2 Chaaaaaaaaaiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiinz!

David Dallas - "T.S.T.S." (prod. Fire & Ice)

As promised, David Dallas comes through with his latest leak, and although this one won't appear on any of his forthcoming projects, it's no less dope. DDot announced he's got several projects in the pipeline, but that this Fire & Ice produced track is solely for the fans. Thanks, Dave, we appreciate it.

Download: "T.S.T.S." (prod. Fire & Ice)
Previous: David Dallas - "Pay Off" (Video)

TiRon & Ayomari - "Thing Go Right" (Video)

One of many standouts from 2011's A Sucker For Pumps is the latest to receive an accompanying video. Let's hope the left coast duo are cooking up something nice for us at the moment, as we could all use something new from one of hip hop's best twosomes.

Ill Mind of Hopsin: Episode 5 (Video)

Hopsin, of LA origin, decided to release a new single on his 27th birthday, July 18th, and it's the fifth installment in the Ill Mind of Hopsin series. Weird video, but dope lyrically with great points being made...

Russ - "Straight From Limbo" (Video)

The DIEMON rapper/producer's Straight From Limbo title track is the first and latest to receive the visual treatment from said project. If you're still behind on hip hop's next big collective, catch up with a few free downloads here, courtesy of KWT. Cause we nice.

MVIAB - Café (BeatTape)

Young Cali producer MyVisionIsABlur, who is partly responsible for some of our favorite Jimmy Astro tracks, recently dropped his latest collection of hip hop instrumentals under the moniker Café. Chalked full of homie's smooth, chilled out soundscapes, we think MVIAB's creations are just what some of you upcoming emcees need to get off on the right foot.

When ya'll and MVIAB make a smash hit together, don't forget who introduced you.

Download: Cafe (BeatTape)
Previous: Jimmy Astro - "Ventilation" (prod. MVIAB)

Talib Kweli - "Push Thru" (feat. Kendrick Lamar & Curren$y)

This is the type of lineup true hip hop fans wait for. The kind that only show up on albums, once a year, if that. Who better to grab a eye-catching feature or two than the oft-forgotten Talib Kweli, who garners much more respect and attention than he actually receives. I'm reaching here, but hopefully "Push Thru," which has been in the vault for years now, results in some much deserved shine upon Talib and his underground talents, as dude has silently been doing his thing for longer than you were a hip hop fan. Prisoner of Conscious is set to release in October, with this single hopefully pushing the project through the underground barrier and into peoples' collections.

My write ups are always so much better once I've had a few in me. This one goes to you, Anheuser-Busch.


Download: "Push Thru" (feat. Kendrick Lamar & Curren$y)

Steve Cantrell - "Double Cups x Doobies" (feat. Elgin Nation & Monte Carlo) [prod. David Luke]

Yeah, The Freedom Fighters can get goofy too, which is exactly what they, plus frequent partner in crime Elgin Nation, do on FF member Steve Cantrell and producer David Luke's first single from their forthcoming collabo project Thoughts After Second Thoughts, which will hit in November. Longest sentence ever.

Action Bronson - "Blackbird" (prod. Thelonious Martin)

After the three (plus newest MMG signee Rockie Fresh) hooked up for a previous Closed Sessions leak entitled "Dear Heather," rapper Action Bronson, producer Thelonious Martin and Chicago hip hop site RubyHornet linked up yet again. This time, Bam Bam kicked a few over a sample heavy Martin creation, dubbing it "Blackbird" and thus constructing another Closed Sessions joint.

Download: "Blackbird" (prod. Thelonious Martin)
Previous: Action Bronson - "Steve Wynn" (prod. Party Supplies) [Video]

Chiddy Bang - "Paper & Plastic"

Not quite sure where this song will end up, but as always....Chiddy let go another banger today in the form of "Paper & Plastic."  Have a listen and download below.

Download: "Paper & Plastic"
Previous: Chiddy Bang - Breakfast (Album)

Phony Ppl - Nothing Special (EP)

Here it is folks, Phony Ppl has released their newest project, Nothing Special EP.  As usual it is filled with nothing but great music and covers such a variety of genres.  Tracklist and Download after the jump.

Dee Brown - "Dangerous Roses" (Video)

Here's a young artist who is making his KWT debut. I'm sure we will see more from the Atlanta native. We have missed a couple of his other music videos, and I wanted to make sure to share those as well. Hit the jump for more.

Download: "Dangerous Roses"

The-Dream - "Dope B*tch" (feat. Pusha T) [Video]

I'm pretty sure that every video with Pusha Ton should have him sitting on a coked out throne...

Previous: The-Dream - "Dope B*tch" (feat. Pusha T)

Nas - Life Is Good (Album)

After a few single releases and music videos, Nasir's highly sought after tenth studio album is finally here. With help from Rick Ross, Amy Winehouse, Swizz Beatz and much more, Life Is Good means Nas is back, and definitely a surefire contender for a hip hop grammy. In other news, I hate midnight releases. Now I'm gonna have to shell out twice the change for a digital copy tonight as well as the physical in the morning. For a dude like Nas, though....worth every penny.

Nas - "Daughters" (prod. No I.D.)

Download Buy: Life Is Good (Album)

Previous: Nas - "Loco-Motive" (feat. Large Professor) [prod. No I.D.]

Bugus - "Good Kid Bad Habits II" (Video)

While the mysterious DIEMON crew is gearing up for another project release, Bugus grabs a dope beat from Russ and some camera help from DK to create a visual take on his "Good Kid Bad Habits II" joint. Hit the jump for the track's download, and expect the album to hit tomorrow.

Domo Genesis - "Elimination Chamber" (feat. Earl Sweatshirt, Vince Staples & Action Bronson) [prod. Alchemist]

A while ago we received word from Damier himself that his next endeavor would be No Idols, an LP done fully in collaboration with legendary producer Alchemist. Up until now, nothing had come to fruition since then, forcing us to believe the project was kicked. Tonight, however, while most of the nation was sleeping (thank you, insomnia), Domo and Alc liberated a brand new posse cut, calling it "Elimination Chamber" and unveiling it would find a home on No Idols after all. Check the track below, which features some very familiar and likable artists.

Download: "Elimination Chamber" (prod. Alchemist)
Previous: Tyler, The Creator x Domo Genesis - "Sam Is Dead" (Video)

Ibn Gold - "Pound" (Video)

The homie from Cali got ahold of me and knew that this cut would fit perfectly on KWT. But without further interruption I would like to present you Ibn Gold's debut music video, "Pound."

Let us know what you think in the comments section.

Meek Mill - "Amen" (feat. Drake & Jeremih)

For those of you who missed Sunday service today, Meek's got you... sort of? Ok not really at all but "Amen".

Previous: Meek Mill - "Faded Too Long" (Video)

The Boy Illinois - "40s" (Video)

Illi heads down to Lake Michigan with the homies and the biddies in the summer-time visual for his Inhale, Pt. 4: Horai joint, "40s."

Russ - "V.V.V." (prod. Russ)

After his dope Straight From Limbo album, DIEMON rapper/producer Russ is moving on the next one. Yesterday the artist to watch let loose of this self-produced joint that'll surely make the cut for his yet-to-be-unveiled next project. This beat is fire.

Download: "V.V.V." (prod. Russ)

Previous: Russ - Straight From Limbo (Album)

David Dallas - "TSTS" (Single Artwork)

As DDot continues to work on his forthcoming album Falling Into Place, it seems the NZ emcee is giving the fans something new each week. Following the "Pay Off" single and it's accompanying video will be next week's release "TSTS (TintSquadTooStrong)." Produced by Dallas' frequent collaborators Fire & Ice, it looks as though the upcoming single will be an ode to the rapper's followers, which he has dubbed the "Tint Squad."

Trizz - The Exorcist (Mixtape)

The young California fam Trizz is always on his grind, and to continue to prove he's not going anywhere anytime soon, he drops off his latest project The Exorcist. Chalked full of his signature in-your-face, raw rhymes, we think y'all will enjoy the left coast native's newest tape. And if not, take cover, cause Young Trizz'll put you and your horrible taste in a trash bag.

Download: The Exorcist (Mixtape)
Previous: Trizz - Case 17 (Album)

Ballin' Line of the Week: Rick Ross

Rick Ross has been on the rise, enough to nab him the 2012 MTV "Hottest MC in the Game," and he recently released Self Made: Volume 2 with his label, Maybach Music Group. Rick Ross has brought Miami rap to new heights, and he drops some basketball knowledge on his newest MMG record.



Hit the jump to see what song the line is from, what it is, and what it means...

Rockie Fresh Signs with Maybach Music Group

While there were rumors circulating that Emilio Rojas, Dom Kennedy, or Nipsey Hu$$le might have been the next MMG signee, Ricky Rozay instead opted to ink the young Chicago emcee, Rockie Fresh. Rockie should prove to be a great addition to a already talented squad.

Can't say we didn't see this one coming. Next time, trust the Kids.

Pac Div - GMB (Artwork/Release Date)

It's been a minute since the LA trio given the masses a project, but today the group's own Mibbs took to Twitter to announce that would change soon. Big Mibbs unveiled that he, Like, and BeYoung are currently working on two projects, both GMB and SFF2, with the former hitting October 16th and the latter between now and then.

GMB, which will be The Div's second retail project following last year's The Div, stands for Gabe, Michael, Brian, which are the legal names of Like, Mibbs, and BeYoung, respectively. SFF2 is, of course, the second installment of the group's Sealed For Freshness mixtape series, of which the original SFF was the trio's first project. As KWT's resident #Knucklehead, I'm obviously hyped for two new Pac Div projects in 2012. Dopeness.

Sir Michael Rocks - "Now You Do" (prod. Flosstradamus)

A while back, Cool Kid and Chicago native Mikey Rocks decided to, along with continuing to work with Chuck Inglish, explore the solo spectrum of hip hop, dropping a few dope, free projects, leaving us all wanting more. Today, the Toothpick Clique member announced Lap Of Lux as his first retail project, which is slated for an August 2nd drop. Along with this good news came even more, as Sir Michael also let us in on the project's first single as well as the entire tracklist. Bump the Flosstradamus produced "Now You Do" below before heading down bottom to check the tracklisting. Get excited.

Previous: Sir Michael Rocks - Premier Politics 1.5 (Mixtape)

Frank Ocean Performs on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon

Just hours after prematurely releasing his newest, buzzed about LP Channel Orange, Odd Future's suave songster makes his television debut, performing said album's joint "Bad Religion." Although Frank's already got a much more solid following than Tyler and company had when Jimmy invited them to perform, it'll be interesting to see what the national stage does for his audience.

Uno Hype - "We Were Kings" (feat. Hassani Kwess) [Video]

Bombay Knox artists Uno Hype and Hassani Kwess to star in and release the visuals for Uno's Fxck The Hype standout "We Were Kings." Over a upbeat, piano happy rhythm courtesy of DJ Black Diamond, the buzzing east coasters trade bars regarding their royal status among peasants. Dope.

Curren$y x Harry Fraud - Cigarette Boats (EP)

If any other artist pulled this, we'd be mildly surprised, but with the Jet Life Sultan, you can never be sure when he'll pull out a new one. This time around, Spitta Andretti tosses the reins to the everywhere-lately Harry Fraud, who handles all of the production for this five track portfolio while frequent Jet Lifers Smoke DZA and Styles P stop by to contribute.

In hip hop, it seems like dudes are either dropping way too much mediocre music or not enough dope music, but the homie Spitta rides the line perfectly.

Download: Cigarette Boats (EP)
Previous: Curren$y - The Stoned Immaculate (Album)

Frank Ocean - Channel Orange (Album)

After a surely crazy week for him, Frankie decided to give his loyal fans his Channel Orange album a week early, dropping it on iTunes just before his television debut on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. With a limited, yet talented feature list (André 3000, John Mayer, Earl Sweatshirt), Channel Orange is sure to be, in typical FO fashion, one of those projects 2012 reflects on come New Years.

Frank Ocean - "Pyramids"

Download Buy: Channel Orange (Album)
Previous: Frank Ocean - "Pyramids"

Chuck Inglish - "Back Up (Schoolin' Pt II)"

Reppin' The Cool Kids, Chuck Inglish drops a banger that could possibly be off his upcoming solo project Convertibles.

Stream and download here below.


Download: "Back Up (Schoolin' Pt II)"

Asher Roth - "Roof Behind the Grill" (feat. Buddy)

What is THAT? Is what I asked myself when I first heard this track. Then slowly but surely it gained on me and by the end.... I wanted to tell you guys about it. Asher Roth's newest track "Roof Behind the Grill" is definitely a stand out one. Check out Asher and his buddy....Buddy, down low.

Check out Asher and Buddy's newest Collab below and be on the lookout for Asher's Is This To Orange?


Download: "Roof Behind the Grill" (feat. Buddy)
Previous: Asher Roth - "Good Morning View"

Phony Ppl - "Told You So"

Dyme-a-dozen and his crew do it again. Check out Phony Ppl's most recent release, "Told You So," below.

Check out "Told You So" below and be on the lookout for Phony Ppl's next project Nothing Special EP coming July 13th.


Download: "Told You So"

50 Cent - "Can I Speak To You" (feat. ScHoolboy Q)

Fiddy & TDE. This could be a very good relationship. This one off 5: Murder By Numbers. 50 Cent still showing he's got it.

Download: "Can I Speak To You" (feat. ScHoolboy Q)

MIx Appeal: James White

NBA Free Agency kicked off only July 1st, and many signings, trade, and rumours have been swirling around the league. It is a nice time full of excitement before the news dulls in the hot days of summer. Signings cannot become official until July 11th, but the news is exciting nonetheless. Deron Williams' signing was big to some...but James White signing with the Knicks was just as exciting to me. One of the best dunkers ever, James WHite got drafted, spent some time in the league, some in Europe, and got signed back to the League. I'm just looking forward to Gerald Green's Nets vs. James White's Knicks.

Hit the jump to see a spectacular leaper dunk from the free throw line multiple times....

David Dallas - "Pay Off" (Video)

As of late, New Zealand's own David Dallas has been hard at work on his current project Falling Into Place. A few weeks ago, Dallas unleashed "Pay Off," an infectious, indie-sampling first single to the forthcoming album. Today, he and director Tom Gould teamed up to let loose of the joint's visual.



DDot may be overlooked now, but both he and KWT are sure his hard work'll pay off soon.

Childish Gambino - Royalty (Mixtape)

It has been amazing to watch Donald grow as a rapper and lyricist. This growth is displayed in an amazing way on his most recent project Royalty. With features from big names like Nipsey Hussel, Ab-Soul, Chance the Rapper, RZA, Ghostface Killah and many many more, it is obvious Childish Gambino has made it in the game.

The Boy Illinois - "Back Again" (Video)

Illi keeps it Chicago in the highly overlooked Inhale, Part 4: Horai's second official music video. Watch on as The Boy Illinois kicks his infectious single with the city, scenery, and nature as the backdrop.

Theophilus London - Rose Island, Vol. 1 (Mixtape)

Big Boi, A$AP Rocky, and Sade join Theophilus on the New York talent's latest release, Rose Island, Vol. 1. It seems as though London is more of a mixtape artist than a retail one, as his freeleases always stand out much more than his EPs or LPs. Needless to say, we excited.

Download: Rose Island, Vol. 1 (Mixtape)
Previous: Theophilus London - "Golden" (prod. Twin Shadow)

Ro Ransom - Ransomnia (Mixtape)

Call him what you want. Nero, Ro Ransom, whatever. The dude can rap, and that's all that matters. If you're not up to date on homie, give Ransomnia a chance. We know his highly anticipated free lease will sway you in the right direction. Tracklist after the click. Hats off to iR.

Download: Ransomnia (Mixtape)

Nas - "Loco-Motive" (feat. Large Professor) [prod. No I.D.]

Nas collaborates with only the best, and for this single from his July 17th album Life Is Good, God's Son taps a beat and feature from hip hop legends No I.D. and Large Professor.

Previous: Nas - "Accidental Murderers" (feat. Rick Ross)

Sidney Sampson - "Get Low" (Milk N Cookies Festival Extraterrestrial Edit)

Amidst a hectic festival performance schedule, Chicago DJ/Producer duo Milk N Cookies unleash their take on Sidney Samson's well known joint "Get Low." Although they've been bumping this banger at festivals across the midwest lately, crowds have been feeling this one especially, forcing the 21 year old brothers to drop it in single form. Download the edit for free below and stay posted to MnC's Twitter and Facebook for updates from the buzzing twosome.

Download: "Get Low" (Milk N Cookies Festival Exttraterrestrial Edit)
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Ballin' Line of the Week: Big K.R.I.T.

K.R.I.T. has won over many fans with his trunk-bangin, yet lyrically thoughtful songs, and his great, free mixtapes. The Meridian, Mississippi-Native drops some basketball intellect in some of his songs, but is not a huge basketball referencer. That being said, he will still be one of my favourite artists, as long as he continues to drop good music with his signature Southern twang. 

Hit the jump to find out what song the line is from, what the line is, and what it means...

Kanye West x Pusha T - "New God Flow"

Kanye and his G.O.O.D. roster continue their onslaught of hip hop music by suddenly releasing the highly anticipated "New God Flow," which features both Ye and Pushaton. Just as "Mercy" is starting to get hot on the airwaves, a new banger is let loose, ensuring that Yeezy and co. will dominate playlists up until the compilation's release. Hopefully radio will drool over this new single like they have for the first, as Pusha really deserves some exposure for what he's been on lately. Dude might have the best bars on his label, and yes, I'm looking at you Kanye.

Download Buy: "New God Flow" (Song releases on iTunes at midnight)

G.O.O.D. Music BET Awards '12 Performance

Tonight marked the annual BET Awards, and although many hip hop artists were called upon to perform at the ceremony, this is the only one that really caught our eye. Watch on as Kanye, Pusha, Big Sean, and 2 Chainz perform "Mercy," before Ye takes it solo dolo with "Cold" and an unheard, acapella verse that he will debut on his and Pusha's forthcoming single, "New God Flow."