piñata
Madlib and Freddie Gibbs‘ new collaboration project “Piñata” now arrived a the record stores. Pinata is “a gangster Blaxploitation film on wax,” Gibbs says, and the full-length result of a process that began in 2009. It’s an album with a sound that couldn’t be any further from the radio, where, according to the Gibbs, every rapper […]
favourite things | 2.14
Our feburary soundcloud playlist contains 45 selected tracks, out of various genres – from hip-hop, jazz, soul and electronic music. Check out the monthly selection “favourite things” on bklyn’s daily updated soundcloud page.
cadillacs
Snoop Dogg teams up with Madlib, the result is “Cadillacs”, one track off Snoop’s third installment of his “That’s My Work” mixtape series. Get the whole 20-track strong mixtape, hosted by DJ Drama for free on Dat Piff.
carpet patrol
Suff Daddy and Torky Tork are Carpet Patrol. With their new collaborative joint they’re about to release the self-titled album “Carpet Patrol”. The official release date is march 21. Out on Melting Pot Music, pre-order now on HHV or iTunes.
loootpack
Lootpack – Madlib, Wildchild and DJ Romes – formed in the sea-side town of Oxnard CA, a couple hours north of Los Angeles, and a lifetime away from the mainstream hip-hop world. When Wolf signed the group to Stones Throw in 1998, Madlib had already produced an impressive body of work, enough to fill a […]
white sands
Homeboy Sandman has teamed with UK producer Paul White for a 7 track record titled “White Sands”. This is the third and final release in a series pairing the Queens MC with the vision of a single producer, following Kool Herc “Fertile Crescent” with El Rntc, and “All That I Hold Dear”, with M Slago. Out now on […]
echo chamber
Producer Chief from switzerland has assembled a solid collection of 31 beats, demos and other goodies produced in 2013 to form “Echo Chamber”, the new project available now as a free download on Bandcamp. This release is a close look at Chief’s multi-faceted productions, it features both previously available and yet-unreleased beats, collaborations with the likes of […]
the soothsayers
“Signs 1 – The Soothsayers” is the first compilation of the OMEN project. The’ve asked worldwide beatmakers and composers to imagine how they’ll sound in 10 – 30 years. Each artist was free to express his vision of the future in his unveiling, evolution tradition. The members deliver their own musical visions, like a soothsayer, reading signs […]
friede freude
Melodiesinfonie will soon release his debut album on Boyoom Connective. “Friede Freude” which translates with “peace and joy” is a statement of a young talented musician who proofs once again that a cheerful mind can create awesome music that will cheer up even the grumpiest soul. Preview mix and first song below. Release date is March […]
expansion sound vol. 1
To celebrate the relaunch of their musical family, enjoy 30 tracks of soulful goodness from the Expansions Collective, as well as some of their extended family. Featuring some tracks by well known producers such as Amin Payne, Buscrates, Handbook, Mecca:83, Moods, Question,Vanilla and many more. The album is available as Bandcamp donation. All profits from this release […]
e&j
Following his collaboration with Blu, Exile teams up with Johaz, from Los Angeles. Beats produced by Exile, the album features appearances by the Dirty Science members Blu, Aloe Blacc, Fashawn, Co$$, MED, Blu and more. The debut album “E & J” by Dag Savage is now available digital on iTunes or physical via fatbeats.
favourite things | 1.14
2014 first volume of our soundcloud selection “favourite things” holds 47 selected tracks. Check out all previous sets and more music on our soundcloud page.
yasiin gaye
Amerigo Gazaway‘s new “Soul Mates” series continues the theme of his previous work in creating collaborations that never were. On the series’ first installment, the producer unites Brooklyn rapper Yasiin Bey (Formerly Mos Def) and soul legend Marvin Gaye for a dream collaboration aptly titled “Yasiin Gaye”. Building the album’s foundation from deconstructed samples of […]
200k
Ninja Tune is giving away a specially curated selection of tracks for their 200k Facebook friends, feat. music from FaltyDL, Illum Sphere, BLee Bannon, Beat Spacek (Steve Spacek), Andreya Triana and more. Download here. Support: Official | Facebook | Soundcloud | Twitter
step brothers
The debut album “Lord Steppington” from Step Brothers aka Alchemist & Evidence finally hit the stores worldwide. You can stream and preview the album in it’s entirety below. The 14-track project features Action Bronson, Styles P, Fashawn, Roc Marciano, and more. Out now via Rhymesayers. Purchase on iTunes or Amazon. Support: Rhymesayers | Alchemist | Evidence | Facebook
j.rocc enjoyed the experience
Following in the lineage of his series of now-classic megamix 12-inches on both Now-Again and Stones Throw, J.Rocc now tackles the privately-pressed albums found within the oddities contained in Sinecure Books. As per normal, knocking drums, quirky samples and a master’s touch abound on all three selections on this hard-hitting, fast-paced EP. Now-Again will soon offer […]
j.mo
Guitarist Jairus “J.Mo” Mozee from Long Beach, California is giving a way some quality tracks on his Soundcloud page. In the past, he has worked with Robin Thicke, Anthony Hamilton, Prince, and Cee-Lo Green Check out his latest album “The Elevator Album” on iTunes. Support: Soundcloud | Facebook | YouTube
boom bap theory
Boombap: A particular style of hiphop consisting of booming bass kicks, and snappy snare drums, finalized into a Dope beat. Many opinions, debates, and peoples perception of what Boombap is, has caused many heads to be intestered in this dope movement. So here’s Budamunks theory in the form of this dope instrumental LP. Available since […]