Artful - Could Just Be The Bassline (Feat. Kal Lavelle) (Remix Competition)

Mark Hill is currently running a remix competition for anyone who fancies a crack at it. There is a link to download the Vocals and Stems on his facebook page HERE. Deadline will be 1st Feb for any remixes and people need to send them to his Soundcloud drop box. Winner and the runners up have a chance to get their mixes released and promoted as an EP and also the winner will get a chance to remix the next single, and if appropriate spend a day with him in the studio working on it. Good luck!

Eric Lau - Yesterday (Feat. Guilty Simpson, Fatima & Olivier Daysoul)

Guilty Simpson, Fatima & Oliver Daysoul all offer their services to Eric Lau for the lead single from his forthcoming EP, 'Mission'. The EP will be released February 3rd on Killawatt Music and you can pre-order your copy HERE. Smooth jam.

Robert Glasper & Erykah Badu - Afro Blue (Mongo Santamaria & John Coltrane Cover)

Originally composed by Mongo Santamaria and made famous by John Coltrane, 'Afro Blue' is a bonafide jazz classic. 2012 sees Robert Glasper and Erykah Badu place their own unique spin on this classic for Glasper's upcoming album, Black Radio. RG: "Erykah loves flutes, so I arranged this song with flutes in it. This song was recorded during the time she was on the Rock The Bells tour. Luckily she was able to come in and do the song". Get your copy of his first single HERE.

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Rick Ross - Triple Beam Dreams (Feat. NaS) x Stay Schemin' (Feat. Drake & French Montana)

Here are two of my favourite tracks from Rick Ross' highly anticipated mixtape, Rich Forever, which the Florida-born rapper let loose on the internet just minutes ago. Never been the biggest fan of Ross' work, but his work ethic is second to none and the quality of this mixtape is clear for all to see (hear). Most rappers would be ecstatic if their albums were on this level. Download HERE, tracklist and the 'Stay Schemin' video are after the jump.

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Michael Kiwanuka - Home Again (Live on BBC Radio 1)

BBC Sound of 2012 winner Michael Kiwanuka today dropped in to chat to Zane Lowe and play his single 'Home Again' live and acoustic for Zane and BBC Radio 1 listeners. Beating the incredible Frank Ocean, Azealia Banks, Skrillex and Niki & The Dove to the title, hopefully Michael can emulate the success of previous winners such as Adele, Jessie J & Ellie Goulding. Incredible talent.

Delilah - Never Be Another

Produced by Balistiq, here is the latest piece from the wonderful Delilah, who has been getting lots of support from 1Xtra as part of their Hot 20 for 2012 list. Production is tight, her vocals on point as ever and these two continue to push the boundaries when it comes to creating a fresh and unique sound. Love this.

Dot Rotten - Are You Not Entertained (Video)

Following its premiere on Zane Lowe's Radio 1 show, Dot Rotten today released some hard visuals for his powerful new single and the follow up to his buzz single 'Keep It On The Low'. Easily one of the most talented MCs around right now, and this is a step in the right direction.

5 & A Dime and Basic Physics - Filth In Paris (KanYe & Jay-Z Dubstep Mash-Up)

Not usually a fan of mash-up's, but this monster sees 5 & A Dime and Basic Physics team up to flip KanYe & Jay-Z's latest single on its head by adding some massive EDM tracks into the mix. KanYe, Jay-Z, Skrillex, Feed Me & Nero = MADNESS! Download HERE.

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Vaski - Hardstyle

Some heavy dubstep from American superstar producer Vaski, which was released yesterday on Rottun Recordings. Get your copy HERE and listen to it loud, very loud.

Phonte - Dance In The Reign (Video)

Phontigallo gives the visual treatment to the Swiff D produced banger from his debut solo album, Charity Starts At Home. One of my favourite albums of 2011, one of my favourite artists of all-time.