Kendrick Lamar VS....

KENDRICK LAMAR - Monster Freestyle

Kanye West, Jay-Z – Monster ft. Rick Ross, Nicki Minaj & Bon Iver

Cee Lo Green - FUCK YOU

Cee-Lo comin' through once again. Don't get me wrong, this song is the shizniz, but I really hope we get to hear Cee-Lo rap on his new album. Dude's an underrated rapper. Below we got the remix featuring Curtis, pretty illy.

Bun B (ft T-Pain) - Trillionaire

This shit is some straight dylan. Go cop that new Bun B album Trill O.G., it's definitely one of the best hip-hop albums of the year so far.

Kendrick Lamar - Ignorance Is Bliss

The Kid Rated R LIVE @ The Rock-it Room

Footage from the Kid Rated R's show last Thursday. Suuuch a great show. The Kid always kills it.

Mistah Fab - Fuck The World

Curt@!n$ Feat. Dom Kennedy - 2 Sports Cars

track off of Curt@!n$' new mixtape, "The Dissertion: Wu-Thesis". 

Fat Joe "(HaHa) Slow Down" featuring Young Jeezy

Joey Crack, reppin for the Puerto Ricans, with some assistance from Jeezy. Track off of Fat Joe's The Darkside Vol 1, check it out, dope album. Also below, check out Joe talking about how R Kelly is in some underground fight club shit. Pretty hilarious

Crooked I -- Today's MCs Can't Even Last A Minute With The Older MCs

I don't think I can really disagree with what Crooked I is saying here. I keep seeing these audio excerpts that were from the interview process that went into writing this MC book and I'm thinking that I'm gonna have to check it out. It'll be interesting to read about the different kind of techniques that different MCs use to construct their verses.

Evidence - To Be Continued...

Murph Dirt showed me this video the other day. Off of Evidence's upcoming Rhymesayers release, Cats & Dogs. Dope track, inventive video. I fux wit Ev.

John Legend & The Roots - Wake Up Everybody (Music Video)

Feelin' this. I was a little skeptical before hearing this considering The Roots' last album just came out. Judging by this track, it definitely doesn't look like a rush job which is nice considering the tracks with John Legend on How I Got Over were probably the dopest on the album. John Legend and The Roots Wake Up hits stores September 21st.

I Fux With Guerrilla Funk

Here's a recent press release from Guerilla Funk Recordings. New Paris? New T-K.A.S.H.?? New George Clinton produced by Paris???? Dwaamn. Monday, August 16, 2010 The Latest Guerrilla Funk Recordings New Music News! New Webstore Open Now! Guerrilla Funk Filmworks! New Music News New Paris Album in Production Now! Paris' latest album is in production now! Currently untitled, it's his leanest and most aggressive project in years, and his first offering since 2008's critically-acclaimed Acid Reflex. It promises to deliver hard truth over raw, rough music as never before. Coming Q1, 2011. The Return of THE BOMB! Thang featuring Funkmaster George Clinton on Guerrilla Funk! Guerrilla Funk is proud to announce its latest artist signing,Thang (featuring George Clinton). An homage to the sound of the glory days of P-Funk, this Paris-produced tour-de-force features the Good Doctor hisself -- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame™ inductee and Parliament/Funkadelic frontman George Clinton! We love those meeces to pieces... Coming Q1, 2011. New T-K.A.S.H. Album in Production Now! T-K.A.S.H.'s new album, Street Legal, is in production now! If you're not up on T-K.A.S.H., dig his brilliant Brains All Over the Streets LP -- and feel why he continues to be one of the strongest voices in Hard Truth hip-hop. And if you're in Vegas tomorrow (August 17), catch him and DJ True Justice as they perform and rep Guerrilla Funk at this year's Magic Marketplace Convention! And while we're on the subject of DJ True Justice... DJ True Justice Signs to Guerrilla Funk! True Justice, long-time tour support DJ for both Paris and T-K.A.S.H., has signed to Guerrilla Funk! His new album, The Man of Steel, is in production now. Check him out here. Uno the Prophet's Guerrilla Funk Debut in Production Now! Uno the Prophet's long-awaited Guerrilla Funk debut, Split the Prophet, is finally in production! Unapologetic in his convictions, he's one of the few remaining voices in hip-hop representing brutal hard truth! Dig Uno's story here. Send in Tour Requests Here! Bring Guerrilla Funk to your town! Want to see Guerrilla Funk artists perform live? If you're a promoter or organization that wants to bring Guerrilla Funk artists to your area, fill out a performance request and our tour coordinator will be in contact within 24 hours. Welcome to the Guerrilla Funk Recordings Newsletter The Return of Truth In Hip-Hop! Thanks for all of your support! Yeah, we know -- it's been a minute since you've heard from us -- but good things come to those who wait. There is plenty of new music and movie news, as well as a newmerchandise store. We still exist to give you the best in revolutionary hip-hop, that's a given. But we're branching out in new areas too. From a new film division, to new signings, to an increased licensing presence in t.v., movies and in video games, Guerrilla Funk still remains as a premier destination for music lovers who crave artistry and intelligence in their entertainment. Please continue to support the message and tell a friend! Guerrilla Funk Filmworks is Official! We're proud to announce that Guerrilla Funk has officially launched its film division! The first movie, Sounds Like a Revolution, is the story of musicians daring to make a difference, and details the consequences they face as a result of their beliefs in a post 9/11 environment where dissent is silenced and media outlets self-censor. It features interviews, featurettes and performances by Paris, NOFX, Michael Franti, Anti-Flag, The Dixie Chicks, The Coup, Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machine/Audioslave), Saul Williams and Davey D, among others. View the trailer here New Guerrilla Funk Webstore Open Now! Our all-new webstore is open now, with a brand new expanded facility, new items and improved customer service! Stock up on music, men's and women's t-shirts, hoodies, jackets, posters, stickers, keychains & more! Visit us today and buy for yourself or a friend! About Guerrilla Funk Guerrilla Funk Recordings and Filmworks, LLC (GFR) produces original music and film projects, and was founded by rapper Paris to provide balance in the intolerant climate of suppression of free speech that arose after the terror attacks of 9/11. It serves as a vehicle for those who are unable - not because of lack of talent or relevance - to be heard. With millions of records sold independently since inception, GFR will continue to strive to enlighten and inspire through entertainment. Please support the message and tell a friend! Visit Guerrilla Funk Music Production/Guest Appearance Requests Would you like to have a Guerrilla Funk artist appear on your project? Do you need professional music production to complete your vision? If so, you can inquire here. Be prepared to send a mp3 of your work. Nothing is for free of course, but if you're interested, the turnaround time is usually less than a week. Encourage others to Subscribe! Do you support the artists and messages of Guerrilla Funk? If so, please spread the message and recruit a friend! They can subscribe here. Thanks for your support! Guerrilla Funk Logo is a registered trademark of Guerrilla Funk Recordings and Filmworks, LLC. Guerrilla Funk Recordings and Filmworks, LLC | P.O. Box 2317 | Danville, CA 94526 www.guerrillafunk.com | www.guerrillafunkfilmworks.com

Gold Chain War (Official Music Video)

I don't know if I've been sleepin on this or what, but this shit is straight fyah. Produced by Masterkraftsmen, Gold Chain Military is Planet Asia's crew out of Fresno. If this track is indicative of what the rest of the album sounds like, I'm definitely gonna have to peep it.

GCM is: Planet Asia, Tristate, Killer Ben, Killa Kali and Sav Killz

MC Joaquin - I'm Still Here Trailer 2010 HD

For those that are a little unfamiliar with this whole thing, you should probably watch Pheonix's appearance on Letterman from about a year or so ago. Basically it looks like we're getting the hip-hop version of Borat. I'm down, the dude seems like he was definitely dedicated to his character. Are you not entertained?

LoCal Spotlight: WFAL 4th Annual Art Show 8/14/2010

The Well Fed Artist League is hosting their Fourth Annual Free Art Show tomorrow at 728a Mendocino Ave in Santa Rosa from 2P-10PM. Unfortunately I have to work all day, but best believe I will be jetting here as soon as I'm off to catch the tail end of this great event. According to the League's facebook page, here's what's to expect:

List of artists:

• Saif Azzuz, paintings 

• Kevin Belew, paintings

• Boydy Edwards, paintings

• Jackson Edwards, paintings 

• Chris Gould, photographs and books

• Pat Gould, paintings, silk screens

• John Harkins, drawings

• Cole Kemp, paintings and drawings

• Jon Lohne, photographs

• Tony Manfre, film, music

• Ashley Owen, photographs

• Jake Spruce, paintings

• Katie Wakeman, welding/metal arts 

• Jesse G. Whitt, paintings and sculptures

more artists to be announced...

In addition:

• Filmographer/Professional Skateboarder, Tony Manfre will be showing a super-8 piece and performing the score live, outside on the projection screen.

• We'll be releasing the sixth issue of Muster, A Literary Magazine, which is the zine we put out every few months.

• There will be a raffle for works on display that will be donated by the artists, as well as other prizes tba.

• We're bringing back the pinata filled with little liquor bottles.

• For food this year, we're serving homemade pizza slices -meat and vegan.

• A live painting hosted by Jake Spruce (there'll be a cake for Jake's birthday as well)

• The music list is still coming together, but there will be live acts as well as dj's including Tim Lane aka Mr. Element

• A third of our proceeds will go to F.I.S.H. Food Bank and St. Vincent De Paul's Food Kitchen

Still need more convincing? Here's what The Bohemian has to say about it:

Every year since, the WFAL has thrown a show at the same house, and this Saturday's fourth annual event might be the most swinging yet. In addition to art, there'll be hip-hop and soul DJs, $2 pizza slices, a live graffiti canvas hosted by Jake Spruce, a piñata filled with small liquor bottles, an art raffle, birthday cake and the release of the sixth issue of Muster, the WFAL's literary zine. "As much as we're really trying to step up our caliber and amount of artwork," Gould says, "we're also trying to make it an event. I'm really into the idea of the old-time variety show."

Read the full article here. Go to the show. Have a good time. Holla at your boi afterwords.

Yeee!

FAB goes IN - 5 Minute Spit

And who says dudes from the bay can't rap? Over the Shook Ones pt 2 instrumental. Definitely lookin forward to Fabby's next album.

Los Rakas feat. Faviola: "Abrazame"

discovered at 38thnotes.com

More music available at losrakas.bandcamp.com

Big Boi - Shutterbug Official Video

This track is rigidelious, welcome back Scott Storch. Great album, check it out people.

Ice Cube - Drink The Kool Aid

Cube, back again spittin' that sheyit. Kind of interesting that he takes a shots at Dre and Em, I thought Dre and Cube were cool again. No Vaseline part 2 coming next?

Bun B's Trill O.G. recieves 5 Mics from the Source

I've been listening to this album for the last couple of days and it's pretty illy. I'm not sure if it's quite 5 mics illy, but time will tell. The true classics are the albums you listen to 10 years after they came out and it still gives you that feeling. For example, UGK Riding Dirty, still as dope today as the day it came out, maybe even doper.

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"For every album labeled a classic, there are dozens of others that people feel deserve the honor. So I realize that people now feel they have to place my album next to others that they feel were more impactful, and argue their case. With social networking being as prevalent as it is in our society, these arguments now take place in a very public arena, which in order to be heard, you often have to be very opinionated and abrasive to stand out. So people, while having no personal hate or malice towards me, will make very loud arguments about The Source’s decision, and the loudest ones will probably get the most attention."

Ed Lover - Cmon Son ep 16

Celebrities - if you're going to commit a crime, do it in California.

The Kid Rated R feat. The R.O.D. project - S.G.F

World's Ugliest Dog - #21 on Reverb Nation Santa Rosa Hip Hop Charts

World's Ugliest Dog continues to climb the Reverb Nation Santa Rosa Hip Hop Charts. Up to number #21 with less than 2 weeks on Reverb Nation, we're showing the Northern California music scene that we mean business.

Thanks to everyone supporting the Dog's climb on the Reverb Nation charts.