Monday, October 31, 2011 at 7:40PM 
Has-Lo, my favourite find of 2011, continues to impress as he provides the vocals for the new single from Destruments' brilliant album, Surpassing All Others. Nothing but stunning production and dope verses - true Hip-Hop. Pick up a copy of the album HERE.
Destruments, Has-Lo, Hip-Hop Monday, October 31, 2011 at 7:30PM 
Miles Bonny and Circle Research team up to cover a couple of Stevie Wonder classics and provide us with a glorious free download. During the Wonder Sessions they covered 'Too High', which was inspired by Madlib's instrumental version and a stunning reworking of 'Jesus Children Of America', which came from a Circle Research that was inspired by the original Stevie Wonder composition. You can download both HERE - too cool.
Breakbeat, Circle Research, Cover, Miles Bonny, Soul Monday, October 31, 2011 at 7:22PM 
Mark Hill, better known as Artful from Artful Dodger, hooks up Garage/Dancehall legend Donae'o for the latest piece to come out of his most recent studio sessions. A lovely track that would work very well as a second single and a follow up to the brilliant 'Could Just Be The Bassline'. Have a feeling Mr. Hill's album will be one to look out for.
Monday, October 31, 2011 at 7:08PM DAYUM! Soul Culture go underground to the Old Vic tunnels in London with Labrinth & Kano for a very special third episode of their Co-Sign series, which sees the two perform a ground-breaking version of Lab's new single, Earthquake. I love the beat and the chorus from the original, but Kano's lyrics bring something totally fresh and put a whole new twist on an already massive track. Be sure to tune into Channel 4 @ 10pm for Top Boy.
Monday, October 31, 2011 at 10:22AM 
Here are two of my favourite tracks from Rizzle Kicks' highly anticipated debut album, Stereo Typical, which was released today on Universal Island. Having released three singles from the album over the past six months there have been many mixed reviews on the duo, with some people hating them and others claiming that they are a breath of fresh air in the UK Hip-Hop scene - me personally, I'm a fan. When I first heard them towards the start of the year I wasn't sure what I thought, but having heard more of their work and being able to listen a lot of the album prior to its release, I can safely say they've got me convinced. They aren't the greatest lyricists in the world, and if you're getting the album expecting it to be a deep and thoughtful listen, then you're going to be sadly disappointed. They make fun rap music, that is easy to relate to, but still has a message. As I've said before, they remind me a lot of Das EFX, who only managed to stay around for a couple of albums, but hopefully these two boys are going to be here for a little longer. Get your copy of the album HERE.
Hip-Hop, Pop, Rizzle Kicks, Uk Hip-Hop Monday, October 31, 2011 at 10:14AM 
Featuring the wonderful Mela Machinko, here is one of my favourite tracks from Immortal Technique's new free album, The Matyr, which was independantly released a few days ago. His music is mainly based around controversial issues in Global Politics, which makes me think of him as a US version of Lowkey, and that isn't a bad thing whatsoever. Real music from the heart. Download HERE.
Monday, October 31, 2011 at 9:02AM Hip-Hop, Mikill Pane, Uk Hip-Hop, Video Monday, October 31, 2011 at 8:44AM 
Here is the first track to come from DJ Premier & Bumpy Knuckle's forthcoming collaborative album, The Kolexion, which is set to be released early next year. Bumpy goes in and Premier is on top form, as ever - he's had an amazing 2011.
Bumpy Knuckles, DJ Premier, Hip-Hop Friday, October 28, 2011 at 2:58PM 
Here is my favourite track from Geordie duo Smoove & Turrell's new double A side single, which includes two pieces that are lifted from their smashing sophmore album, Eccentric Audio (released earlier this year). Considering the amount of talent these two men possess, both seem to have had quite understated careers, but it seems together they have found a simply untouchable chemistry. Hard Work sounds like it's come straight off a Motown dancefloor and provides me with some much needed classic head nodding and foot tapping R&B. Available on November 28th.
Friday, October 28, 2011 at 11:28AM 
Over the past couple months Professor Green has let go of four massive tracks from his upcoming sophmore album, At Your Incovenience, but after having had the album for a few days now I can safely say that it is without doubt one of the most solid and well-rounded releases of 2011. I've always been a huge fan of Pro, ever since the Jump Off days, but Alive Till I'm Dead was a rather underwhelming listen considering his lyrical prowess on the mic. However, AYI sees the Hackney-born rapper at his very best, effortlessly finding a happy medium between tongue-in-cheek musings and dark/thoughtful tracks, which is backed perfectly by the ecletic selection of producers that has drafted in. Below are two of my favourite tracks from the album - How Many Moons is a huge Dubstep number produced by Hospitality signed duo Camo & Krooked and Trouble is a laid-back Jungle influenced track, which is produced by TMS and features singer/songwriter Luciana, who was made famous through Bodyrox back in 2006. An amazing album from an incredibly talented and hard working artist, which you can pick up on October 31st HERE. Time to listen again...
Camo & Krooked, Drum & Bass, Dubstep, Hip-Hop, Luciana, Professor Green, TMS 