Ed Sheeran - The A-Team

Here is a spectacular laid back Dubstep remix of Ed Sheeran’s official debut single, The A-Team, which is currently Zane Lowe’s Hottest Record In The World. Courtesy of Koan Sound, this is the perfect sound for a beautiful summers day like today, uniquely chopping up the vocals and creating a brilliant twist on the original. I imagine the True Tiger remix will be much heavier, but this is going to take some beating. Special.

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Consequence - Everybody Told Me

Here is the first track to come from Consequence’s upcoming mixtape, Movies In Demand 3, which is produced by Mr. KanYe West. This mixtape series has been top class and this is just another reason why Cons is one of my favourite MCs; he is a monster on the mic. Classic sampling from ‘Ye too.

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Fonzwirth Bentley - Believe It x Don't Speak

About 3 years overdue, here is Fonzworth Bentley’s debut release, COLOURS. Granted he’s not be the best singer/rapper in the world, but he definitely knows how to complement his production. He also has some pretty popular friends, such as Kanye West, Andre 3000, UGK, and Lil Wayne, who all feature on the tape. This is a surprisingly solid project that’s being labelled as a mixtape, but was meant to be his debut album. We have heard the best tracks already (Everybody, Greener, etc.), but below are my two favourite new tracks, which feature Faith Evans & Crow. Download the tape HERE - good summer listening.

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Amin Payne - Darker Than Blue

Amin Payne is a New Zealand born producer living in Melbourne, Australia, and I think it’s safe to say that this kiwi is doing things right. Released on April 20th, his Curtis Mayfield Tribute EP is nothing short of spectacular. A perfect Hip-Hop release with soul, swag & sensibility; this is definitely Amin’s best release to date. I hope he gets recognised - you have no excuse not to get it, it’s FREE.

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Rakim European Tour

Hip-Hop legend Rakim is over in Europe during June/July for a tour which includes 8 dates in the UK/Ireland. Hit the jump to see the dates, where he will be joined by Blackstar, De La Soul, Rahzel, Masta Ace, DJ Premier, Smif & Wessun and more. Massive.

Tue 3/5/11 Roisin Dubh Galway, Ireland
Wed 4/5/11 Pavilion Cork, Ireland
Fri 6/5/11 Button Factory Dublin, Ireland
Sat 7/5/11 Academy Bristol, UK***
Sun 8/5/11 Rescue Rooms Nottingham, UK
Mon 9/5/11 The Arts School Glasgow, Scotland
Tue 10/5/11 Apollo London, UK**
Wed 11/5/11 Apollo Manchester UK**
Thu 12/5/11 Luxor Live Arnham, Holland
Fri 13/5/11 VK Brussels, Belgium
Sat 14/5/11 Nieuwe Nor Heerlen, NLD
Sun 15/5/11 Romein Leeuwarden, NLD
Mon 16/5/11 The Melkweg Amsterdam, Holland
Wed 18/5/11 Sala Heineken Madrid, Spain***
Thu 19/5/11 Sala Apolo Barcelona, Spain***
Fri 20/5/11 Grande Halle De Villette Paris, France
Sat 21/5/11 TPO Bologna, Italy
Wed 25/5/11 Festaal Kreutzberg Berlin, Germany****
Thu 26/5/11 Gothenburg, Sweden
Fri 27/5/11 Vega Copenhagen, Denmark
Sat 28/5/11 Make The Hood Look Good Aarau, Switzerland
Sun 29/5/11 Splendid Lille, France
Wed 1/6/11 Skaters Palace Munster, Germany*****
Thur 2/6/11 Jazz Cafe London, UK

**with Blackstar featuring Mos Def & Talib Kweli plus De La Soul
***with Rahzel
****with Masta Ace, Stricklin and Marco Polo
*****with DJ Premier, Smif & Wessun and more

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Ed Sheeran - Live on Jools Holland

After being given the Hottest Record In The World by Zane Lowe, Ed Sheeran dropped in to see Jools Holland last night where he performed his stunning cover of Jamie Woon’s ‘Wayfaring Stranger’. You can catch an extended version of the show on Friday @ 11:50pm where he performs two of his own tracks. So bloody proud of him.

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Dowehaveto

Here is the second single to come from Musiq Soulchild’s upcoming album, MusiqInTheMagiq, which is out on May 3rd. For me, this guy is one of the most consistently brilliant R&B/Soul singers of the past 10 years, making the sound of the 70s sound as beautiful and relevant as ever in 2011. Can’t wait for this.

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Kelly Price - And You Don't Stop

The first two singles from Kelly Price’s upcoming album are both brilliant, but this new track that leaked today has something very special about it. Sounds like a 70s/80s throwback that wouldn’t sound out of place next to Luther or Earth, Wind & Fire. So much love for this.

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Saul Williams - Look To The Sun

Last week I brought you ‘Rocket’ from Saul Williams’ new album, Volcanic Sunlight. Ever since then I’ve been eagerly anticipating to hear it, and thankfully last night it landed in my inbox. Granted it’s not everyone’s cup of tea, but if you go into with an open mind then you are more than likely going to love it. Below is my favourite track, which showcases Saul at his poetic best.

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Rizzle Kicks - Better Watch It (Prophet)

Here is the new video from my favourite UK group right now, Rizzle Kicks - using still photography in Brighton, the twins have created some uniquely dope visuals that go perfectly with the track. I’ve been in constant contact with the boys over the past few months and everything I’ve heard has been of the highest quality. A while ago I wasn’t too sure about them, but they have made the effort to convince me otherwise and I think it’s safe to say that they have definitely found their sound. Power of the Interwebz.

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