Insomniac Magazine’s weekly Hip Hop Top Ten
1. O.C. – “Ethics (Who Are You)”
Hip Hop vet O.C. puts his precision lyricism on display once again gaining him the number one spot on Insomniac Magazine’s Top Ten this week. “Ethics (Who Are You)” is a stellar track off of his new 16 track album entitled “A New Dawn.” The Diggin’ In The Crates legendary emcee never ceases to amaze with his impactful rhyme delivery. True Hip Hop heads will no doubt be pleased by his latest work of art. Absorb the essence of boom bap on this finely crafted sonic masterpiece.
2. Arsonists – “Peace”
Legendary rhyme masterminds, the Arsonists, are back with a new track off their upcoming double album “Lost In The Fire.” D-Stroy, Q-Unique, Freestyle, Jise and Swel bring the heat once more on “Peace,” a fast paced tale about twisted mindsets on the streets featuring precision cuts by DJ Total Eclipse of the world famous X-Ecutioners. Take time to absorb authentic boom bap music from this iconic Hip Hop crew from Brooklyn and make sure to look out for this special double release featuring their debut album “As The World Burns.”
3. Daniel Son x Futurewave – “Beetlejuice”
Daniel Son brings his signature rhyme flows on this gritty new track and trippy video directed by Mercenary. Futurewave’s production on “Beetlejuice” features a hypnotic bass-line with a raw edge that’s sure to keep Hip Hop heads in nod mode.
4. Craig G – “#IDoMe”
Legend and member of the world famous golden era Hip Hop collective, The Juice Crew, Craig G once again showcases his talent on a new release. Hit play on this slick track with a classic vibe and let the world know- “#IDoMe.”
5. Raspy f/ Daniel Son – “When We Were Broke”
All the players are in position on this new joint from the Brown Bag Money crew. Raspy raps facts on the tough track entitled “When We Were Broke.” Futurewave puts in work on this hard hitting bumping beat featuring Daniel Son’s impeccable rhyme delivery. Check the flow and let someone know.
6. Crimeapple – “Aguardiente Season”
Once again proficient rhyme mastermind Crimeapple launches raps like hellfire missiles. This time they come served over an epic multi-beat track constructed by Big Ghost Ltd. Don’t sleep, hit play on “Aguardiente Season” and tell somebody.
7. Recognize Ali x DirtyDiggs f/ Eloh Kush – “Lipstick Face Demons”
Raw raps aplenty on the “Lipstick Face Demons” track off of the powerhouse album, “The Shining,” we already told you about last week by Recognize Ali x DirtyDiggs. Lyrical mastermind Eloh Kush contributes additional massive lyrical heat to this impactful track. Tell somebody.
8. Benny x 38 Spesh f/ Styles P x Jadakiss – “Driver Seat”
Benny and 38 Spesh collab with Hip Hop vets Styles P and Jadakiss on a rough and rugged video for “Driver Seat.” The visuals for this gritty track feature the raw spitters dropping their brand of slang.
9. Lord Luminous – “Raspier God – Intro – New Era”
Lord Luminous might be the most prolific Hip Hop artist in the game. He stays grinding out tracks on the double duty tip as emcee and producer. On “Raspier God – Intro – New Era,” he once again brings a dose of slow rolling rugged raps and beats.
10. Royal – “Concrete Mushrooms”
“Concrete Mushrooms” features Bay area emcee Royal dropping bombastic lyrical barbs on a hardcore track crafted by production mastermind E. Smitty. The super producer once again delivers raw boom bap that’s sure to keep the most discerning Hip Hop heads nodding. Hit play and brace yourself.
