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Don’t Sleep On These New Releases
1) “Keep that s**t over there/I’m not amused!!!” ETO reveals the deep psychology of a gangsta on the “Sicilian Codes” mega heater “#G!!!” The malevolent mic menace strides across NICOJP’s self-assured soundscape for a reflective journey through a lifetime of misdeeds. When you step up to Eto you have a lot to lose. Think twice or you’ll be sleepin’ wit’ the fishes!
2) Too many are “sellin’ Wolf Tickets” but MICKEY DIAMOND & BIG GHOST LTD always deliver on their promises!!! On the D-STYLES featured banger “High Steaks” The Umbrella assassin & production powerhouse strip Hip Hop to its core and destroy all rivals with a nasty guitar riff, sound effects that will keep you howling at the moon, ill cuts, and the funkiest boom bap drum pattern on the planet! You can’t even come close to their fly technique. Muthaf**ka don’t even bother!!!
3) War drums and savage lyrics are present & accounted for on AGALLAH THE DON’s massive banger “We Dem Ones!!!” The Hip Hop Heavyweight brings light to the underground while descending on all enemies in the veil of night. there’s no arguing his authenticity to the culture. Let the pot simmer & prepare to PRESS PLAY!!!
4) Step out onto the veranda of a sea-side mansion in Italy, gather ’round esteemed pianists & producers extraordinaire RICKKROMERO & KILLER GARTH. Then marvel at mighty spitters BENNY THE BUTCHER & ESTEE NACK as they enthrall spectators on “Supernatural!!!” The lyrical kings take on the laid back, piano-laden groove with characteristic aplomb by droppin’ a memorable hook and hardcore bars for the masses. Let’s make a toast to top tier Hip Hop…provided by two of the greatest MCs in the game!!!
5) DEE LOCKIT amps up the audio excitement with a stunning display of opulent production that launches ROME STREETZ & WILLIE THE KID into Hip Hop nirvana!!! “Gundam” ensures that each lyricist will always be respected for their skill set as they glide across rhythmic cloud bursts of ecstasy! Do yourself a favor & keep this on REPEAT. Gundam will keep fans comin’ back forever!!!
6) It ain’t all smooth sailin’ and easy livin’ when you’re spendin’ “A Night On The Moon!” For one thing ya better “Handle Your Bidness!” That’s why UFO FEV & NEF link up with TERMANOLOGY & PHILMORE GREENE to show you how! The funky production is borderline hypnotic which is why you’ll feel compelled to nod your head! Fev, Term, and Philmore tear s**t up. It’s time to wreak havoc on every planet!!!
7) YOUR OLD DROOG is back from touring and takes a “Pitstop” thru the old neighborhood to see what’s up! The J-ES fueled sonic excursion isn’t what YOD hoped it would be as he encounters reckless drivers, watches pedestrians nearly bite the dust in those f**kin’ NYC bike lanes, and faces inflation head on in the local Chinese restaurant. Maybe it’s best to leave town a little sooner. That saying, “You can’t go home again” has never been more true!!!
8) “Snowflakes” can be witnessed everywhere from the U.S. to Europe but THE MUSALINI keeps it stateside with a shoutout to his hometown borough on “A Bronx Tale!!!” SILENT SNIPERS provides a noble lyrical assist while the great MARCO DENELLE crafts a majestically, melancholic production that will make you shed a player’s tear when no one’s lookin’. This is High Level Equity muthaf***as. The world feels so right because these underground heroes stay creating dope music!!!
9) BERNADETTE PRICE & TERROR VAN POO Riverdance bars over a hardcore STU BANGAS crafted sonic backdrop on the brand new banger “Burden Of Proof!!!” Apparently people keep tryin’ to test the mic titans. But the end result is that you always fail the exam. Check out the lyrical onslaught from your favorite mic heavyweights! The duo of Price & Poo remain undefeated!!!
10) There’s a homicide in progress cause BIG TWINS & XP THE MARXMAN are chokin’ ’em out on the DJ WOOOL fueled heat rock “Devil’s Eyes!!!” The two mic champs made it through the storm and arrived just in time to tax your s**t!!! There’s only one thing to do in the moment. Pray to God that they don’t drag you to hell!!!
Well that’s it for this week. Catch ya next time and…DON’T SLEEP!
– Kevin Keith
