Bashy - Heart of Stone (Feat. Dot Rotten, Lady Leshurr & Black The Ripper)

Featuring Lady Leshurr, Dot Rotten & Black The Ripper, here is the first track to be taken from UK Hip-Hop legend Bashy's forthcoming EP, 'The Great Escape'. 'Heart of Stone' is produced by Komi, and Dot's verse is the stand out for me, but it's nice to hear Bashy back to his best and this has got my extremely hyped for the EP. Download for free HERE.

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Jessie Ware - Running (Prod. Julio Bashmore & Dave Okumu)

Premiered tonight on Mistajam's show (again), here is the stunning second single from Jessie Ware's forthcoming debut album, which is produched by my man Julio Bashmore, and Dave Okumu. Talking about the song, Jessie said: "it’s a part two of a song I wrote with Julio Bashmore. Part one 'Sweet Talk' is quite flirtatious and more upbeat; it’s about a person that puts on the charm and the other person falls for them". Far too much love for this lady.

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Goldie - Freedom (Feat. Natalie Duncan)

Premiered tonight on Mistajam's show, here is the brand new single from the legendary Goldie, which will be released in April and is the 100th release on his own label Metalheadz. The track features the exceptional Natalie Duncan and is a simply stunning piece of Drum & Bass from one of the real OGs. Special.

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Michael Kiwanuka Announces Spring Tour

BBC's Sound of 2012 winner Michael Kiwanuka has recently announced details of his new UK and Ireland Spring tour. The singer/songwriter kicks off in Bournemouth on May 13th, and concludes at London's O2 Shepherds Bush Empire on May 23rd. Michael is set to release his debut album 'Home Again', March 12th on Communion/Polydor Records. Check out all of the dates after the jump - tickets for the Spring tour will go on sale @GigsAndTours at 9am on February 17th. Tickets £12.50 (London 14).

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Dillon Francis - Falling Up

Given its first spin on Mistajam's show the other night, here is the first full track to be taken from Dillon Francis' forthcoming EP 'Something, Something Awesome', which will be released tomorrow on Skrillex's OWSLA. This guy has such a uniquely refreshing sound, and I have nothing but praise for everything I've heard so far - can't wait to pick up the EP.

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Nero - Must Be The Feeling (Nero & Flux Pavilion Remix)

As premiered tonight on Zane Lowe's show, here is the highly anticipated collaborative remix from Nero & Flux Pavilion of the new single from the MTA Records-signed duo's debut album. 'Must Be The Feeling' is released on March 4th with other remixes from Azari & III, Kill The Noise, Brookes Brothers and SebastiAn. Big, big, big!

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Brother Ali - Years

My favourite track from Rhymesayers' very own Brother Ali's new 7-track freEP, 'The Bite Marked Heart'. The EP features Phonte, Stokley Williams, Nikki Jean and Aby Wolf, with the production being handled by Jake One and Ant. Ali is currently putting the finishing touches on his 6th studio album Mourning in America and Dreaming in Color. One of the most under-rated MC's of all-time, consistently releasing flawless music.

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Diddy hospitalised after partying at Playboy Mansion

42-year old rapper, producer and business man Sean 'Diddy' Combs was taken to hospital last night following a long weekend of partying. Apparently is was only an 'extreme migraine' according to TMZ, but his entourage decided to take him to UCLA emergency after becoming concerned about his health. After what happened to Whitney, you think he would have taken it a bit easier this weekend, but clearly not. Full story HERE.

Nina Nesbitt set to release 'Apple Tree' EP in April

17 year-old singer/songwriter Nina Nesbitt recently took to her Facebook to announce the title of her forthcoming EP 'Apple Tree', which follows the well received 'Live Take EP'. Nina explained that the concept will become much more clear when you have heard the songs, but for her it's all about growing up, moving on and all the experiences/temptations along this journey. The title track will be the lead single, and it's set for an April release. Looking forward to this.

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Zedd - Stars Come Out (Feat. Heather Bright) (Datsik Remix)

Released today on Steve Aoki's Dim Mak Records, here is Datsik's remix of the Heather Bright-featuring new single from Electro starlet Zedd. Lots of wobbly bass, with superb vocal chops, which make for a very impressive rework.

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