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Today In Hip Hop History: Rawkus Records Released The ‘Lyricist Lounge Volume One’ Album 26 Years Ago

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On May 5th, 1998 Rawkus Records released the first installment of the Lyricist Lounge albums titled Lyricist Lounge, Volume One, which showcased New York. It was a double-disc compilation that featured De La Soul, Mos Def, Q-Tip, Tash of Tha Alkaholiks, Punch & Words, O.C, Ras Kass, Black Thought, Common, Pharoahe Monch, Saul Williams, Kool Keith, Talib Kweli & Hi-Tek, Bahamadia, Rah Digga, Shabaam Sahdeeq, Jurassic 5, KRS-One, Zack de la Rocha of Rage Against the Machine, Last Emperor, and Company Flow.

This CD is one of those that you don’t get often. It had incredible and intensely clever wordplay, and was great for the culture because of the positive support it showed for hip hop. Back then everyone thought hip-hop was rap music and rap music was gangsta. It made people think twice before making an assumption like that. Any hip-hop purist who enjoys freestyles and great rhymes that make you think then this is the album for you.

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Irish Collective Stylistic Murder Connects With Krs-One, AZ & O.C. For “Represent The Real”

Commissioned by the Irish collective Stylistic Murder, three legendary and elite emcees, KRS-One, AZ, and O.C., got together to celebrate Hip-Hop’s birthday and “Represent The Real.”  

Produced by Stylistic Murder, and Wax 100, “Represent The Real” is mixed by famed engineer Eddie Sancho (Gang Starr, Evidence, Freddie Gibbs, The Alchemist).  “Represent The Real” was exclusively premiered by Ambrosiaforheads and is now available at all DSP’s. 

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Kut One Links With O.C. For “Raised Around Wolves” Single

As he prepares to release his upcoming Live Wires 2 compilation, Kut One shares the project’s lead single, “Raised Around Wolves,” featuring snarling guest rhymes from none other than O.C.The track is driven by Kut One’s raw, stripped-down production that boasts bluesy piano keys, thick bass, and speaker-knocking drums. Of course, he also adds in his own special touches, like the slick cuts on the hook. And then there’s O.C., the living rap legend and D.I.T.C. member who brings his always-hard hitting raps to the track.“Raised Around Wolves” is available now through all major digital retailers and streaming platformsLive Wires 2 is set to hit DSP on Thursday, Nov. 11 via Chopping Block Records. In addition to O.C., the 13 track compilation includes guest appearances by KXNG Crooked, Sadat X, Rome Streetz, Recognize Ali, Agallah, Ruste Juxx, Supreme Cerebral and more.  

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D.I.T.C. Show They Are Still Juggernauts On A New Compilation Album (Audio)

Life is too short to listen to bad music. So…let Ambrosia For Heads fight through it for you and only supply you with that great stuff. Despite the reports, Hip-Hop is alive and well and, in many ways, is better than its ever been. Not only are we able to go back and listen to all of our favorites, at the click of a button, there is also a ton of great music still being made by artists, young and veteran alike…if you know where to look. To help with that task, we’ve created a playlist with recent music—songs that have been released within the last year or so. We update it regularly, so, if you like what you hear, subscribe to follow us on Spotify. The Diggin’ In The Crates crew is one of the most trusted brands in Hip-Hop. This Bronx, New York-based outfit is responsible for introducing the world to Big L and Fat Joe, as well as assembling some of the most talented producers and MCs in the genre. This collective decorated the 1990s with acclaimed albums like Diamond D’s Stunts, Blunts And Hip Hop, Showbiz & A.G.’s Runaway Slave, O.C.’s Buckwild-produced Word…Life, Lord Finesse’s The Awakening, Joe Crack’s Represent, and Big L’s Lifestylez Ov Da Poor & Dangerous. However, through shifting sounds and tragedies, D.I.T.C. has stayed consistent for the next 25 years too. Xzibit & Lord Finesse Go Hard In A Fat Beats Cypher (AFH TV Video) Recently, D.I.T.C. released another compilation with Show at the helm. D.I.T.C. Studios, Vol. 2 involves some core members of the collective, as well as affiliates such as Papoose, Milano Constantine, and David Bars. M.O.P.’s Lil Fame joins O.C. on “Juggaknots,” produced by Show. Over a sinister groove, O attacks the first verse while Fizzy Womack adds those menacing Mash Out ad-libs. “The flow’s serious / From years of experience,” spits the MC. Moments later, he salutes Big L. “This here’s a warning shot in the air, like when ya first heard ‘Da Enemy’ / See, I won’t stop / ‘Til I’m in the box / The flow’s by Lamont, call him the crown prince of The Immortals / Us.” He shouts out Wu-Tang Clan, D-Block, M.O.P., and his engineer, Parks (also of The Joe Budden Podcast). Fame takes on the bridge and the chorus. This Friday (December 6), Fat Joe is releasing Family Ties. The album features Eminem. In 2019, Diamond D dropped The Diam Piece 2 while O.C. dropped a compilation of rarities. Last week, Diamond told AFH that he is producing a full LP for Talib Kweli and dropped some footage. This month (December 20), Lil Fame is producing a Sean Price album, Price Of Fame. Big L & O.C. Freestyle In Croatia In 1997 And It’s The Joint (AFH TV) In addition to new music from D.I.T.C., the official AFH playlist includes new songs from Reason, Ab-Soul, Griselda, Brother Ali, The Game, Add-2, Anderson .Paak, Smoke DZA, Benny The Butcher, and Pete Rock, Gang Starr, J. Cole, DaBaby, Nas, Little Brother, Skyzoo, Elzhi, Westside Gunn, Conway The Machine, H.E.R., YBN Cordae, Big K.R.I.T., Freddie Gibbs & Madlib, Duckwrth, Joyner Lucas, André 3000, Billy Danze, Tobe Nwigwe, Aaron May, 2 Chainz, Ghostface Killah, Casey Veggies, Boogie, Erick Sermon, Eminem, EARTHGANG, Denzel Curry, GoldLink, Lute, Atmosphere, Apollo Brown & Joell Ortiz, Drake and others. Songs from Andy’s last two solo albums are also included. Videos featuring Big L, Lord Finesse, O.C., Diamond D, and A.G. are available at AFH TV. We are currently offering free 7-day trial subscriptions. Twista & A-F-R-O Bridge 2 Generations Of Rapid Fire Flows To A Diamond D Beat (Video) #BonusBeat: D.I.T.C. recently produced a project, The Bar Code, from MC David Bars. “Next Season,” featuring Cory Gunz, is produced by Lord Finesse and The Bossmen. DJ Premier, Buckwild, Fat Joe, Showbiz, Da Beatminerz, and Breakbeat Lou also contributed to the seven-song drop:

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KAADENZE – Land of the Wicked (LP)

Austin Milby, better known as recording artist KAADENZE, put the world on notice of his game-changing arrival back September with his buzzworthy video, “Made For This”. After being forwarned, the Tustin, California rising star unveils his debut LP, creatively-titled, Land of the Wicked.

The debut is an 11-track curse-free collective that introduces us to not only the artist but Austin. A man tackling his demons, pursuing his dreams relentlessly, and never giving up. Delivering a message of faith, self-love, and unlimited possibilities through the heavenly father. Not coming off as a preacher, KAADENZE gets his point across with rhymes and sing-along hooks.

KAADENZE enlists the production expertise of well-established StealMyBeats for his first offering. StealMyBeats is best known for his work with Logic and game-changing label Top Dawg Entertainment. Supplying KAADENZE is catchy bass, deep elements, and custom classical. Giving the new artist his own infectious signature sound to make sure his message is heard clearly.

KAADENZE on the making of Land of the Wicked:

“This album forced me to give every ounce of mental, emotional, and spiritual energy I have had stored up over the countless years. With this album, my one hope and desire is that it speaks to individuals listening that they feel a presence of positivity and truth. A presence that there is hope in the midst of storms they may be facing. Speaking from a man, who myself has struggled with addiction, depression, anxiety, and heartbreak just to name a few.”

A breath of fresh air in today’s mumble, memes, and clout chasing Hip-Hop, KAADENZE’s positive message enables an alternative that is much-needed now with so much negativity going on in the world. Positive message, own style, and superior lyricism, KAADENZE is building longevity fresh out the gate. Definitely look forward to hearing more from the rising star in 2019.

Can’t get enough of the new artist? Follow KAADENZE today on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Land of the Wicked is available now via Music with Purpose.

Follow KAADENZE on Twitter: @KAADENZE

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