El Da Sensei (Artifacts/New Jersey) and Ment Plus (New York) return with “Set In Our Ways,” the second single from their upcoming album “The Unexpected”. The track brings a fresh yet timeless boom bap vibe, blending fat drums, groovy basslines, gritty scratches, and old-school samples to create a laid-back yet powerful sound. With sharp rhymes and fierce vocals, “Set In Our Ways” is perfect for cruising or chilling, offering a must-hear experience for fans of authentic, classic Hip Hop. Get ready for a true return to form that showcases the essence of real rap.
Bay Area lyricist Locksmith is back with his latest single, “America 2.” In this track, Locksmith teams up with Heatmakerz to delve into the pressing issues that have unfolded since 2020. He sheds light on political affairs and provides a breakdown of the events that have shaped recent times. “America 2” serves as a follow-up to the original “America,” which was released in 2023.
Halloween is here, and Project Blowed’s own Quaesar just dropped their latest single, Murderous Momentum, alongside producer Chop Loui. Known for rapid-fire flows, Quaesar goes all out in this new track, delivering hardcore, gory lyricism—perfectly timed for the spooky season.
Hip hop legends Termanology and Tek (of Smif-N-Wessun) have officially announced their highly anticipated collaborative project, Teknology, set to release on December 13, 2024. This joint effort brings together the lyrical prowess of both emcees, blending their unique styles into one powerhouse record. Alongside the announcement, Term and Tek have treated fans to the project’s title track, “Teknology,” produced by the acclaimed Statik Selektah, which is now available on all digital streaming platforms.
Last month, it was announced that Xzibit of the Likwit Crew will be releasing his upcoming 8th album Kingmaker in 2025 through his own label Open Bar Entertainment in tandem with former UFC Featherweight & Lightweight Champion Conor McGregor’s newly founded Greenback Records. The lead single “Play This at My Funeral” came out a couple weeks ago is returning for a sequel to “Been a Long Time” off his 3rd album Restless produced by Dr. Dre & Dem Jointz.
Massachusetts rapper Abyss teams up with Staten Island’s underground powerhouse Ghetto MC for the gripping new track, “Legend Has It.” With its haunting dark piano melodies and vintage drum swings, the song crafts an ominous atmosphere that feels both timeless and intense. Produced by the enigmatic Niss from Wisconsin’s underground scene, the track delves into the elusive nature of time, invoking the wisdom of ancient legends. DJ TMB of Snoogoon adds sharp, precise cuts, elevating the song’s powerful mysticism and raw energy. This collaboration is a testament to the enduring force of underground hip-hop.
The legendary Beat Junkies crew continue to add to their catalog with “Western Appliance”, a new single from D-Styles and Megabusive. Written by Megabusive and produced with intricate scratching by D-Styles, this track blends old-school turntablism with a futuristic, experimental sound. The minimalist yet textured beat creates a gritty, cinematic atmosphere, while D-Styles’ trademark cuts provide constant movement and complexity. This collaboration highlights the duo’s mastery of their craft, pushing boundaries in both technique and sound design.
Groundwork, the dynamic duo of Tranzformer, also known as Rugged Spitter, and Marlon D, has just released their single and visual for “Top of the Ropes,” featuring Heavy Hitter Fashawn. This track showcases the duo’s rugged sound, blending guitar, bass, and live-sounding drums to evoke a distinct ’90s vibe. Song is off their album, The Hero Doesn’t Win, available on all digital platforms.
Producer crew Team Demo enlist the talents of NY rap vets G. Dep and Kurious for a tough new single, “Adaptive,” that’s low-key been in the works since 2012.
The story behind this track is that it began to take shape more than a decade ago when G. Dep and Kurious had met at one of Tony Touch’s Funkbox events in NYC. The two chopped it up, hit it off, and decided to collaborate on a track, which led to G. Dep sending over his verse. The problem was that this was shortly before he turned himself in for a botched robbery attempt that turned deadly in 1993, which would mark the start of an 11 year bid that was commuted in December 2023.
“I wasn’t sure about releasing it like that, when he was gone,”Kurious said about the verse. “So when he came back, we had to let it out!” This led to the emcee sharing the record with Team Demo, who linked with frequent collaborator Yogi to add a hook and flesh it out into a full song.
The result is a dope bit of hip-hop history—and a hell of a single as well. “Adaptive” is available now through all major digital retailers and streaming platforms. The track is a loosie and not affiliated with a larger body of work, but be sure to check out Team Demo’s 2023 release, It’s a Demo.
New York-based hip-hop artist POP Buchanan is back with the highly-anticipated “Patti Remix,” featuring revered underground lyricist REKS. Produced by Nudgi-Nudge of Grand Echelon, this boom bap love anthem is a soulful yet hard-hitting celebration of love, sobriety, and elevation.
