Apollo Brown & Ras Kass - Blasphemy (iTunes)

Blasphemy, the collaborative album from esteemed Mello Music Group producer Apollo Brown and Ras Kass, is a thought-provoking and highly personal treatise on the unspoken. The sub-rattling and operatic opener “How to Kill God,” a scathing indictment of major religions and the transgressions enacted in their name, serves as a statement of purpose. No “ism” is out of bounds, no topic too untoward. Whatever you hold sacred isn’t above aggressive inquiry. Above all, this album displays Apollo Brown & Ras Kass’ undeniable synergy. Their sacred writ is the same, their blasphemy for those who want to think as they nod to the rhythm. When Ras Kass crucifies supposed facts over Apollo’s beats, it’s clear he is the West Coast’s preeminent philosopher.

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Black Milk - If There’s A Hell Below (iTunes)

Few artists are as adept at depicting the shadowy realities of inner-city life as Black Milk, and the Motown rapper/producer's fifth solo set promises to be one of his most harrowing and powerful musical documents to date. Coming on the heels of 2013's critically-acclaimed No Poison, No Paradise, If There's a Hell Below will find the artist showcasing his skills on both sides of the boards over the course of 12 self-produced tracks. The previously released singles, "What It's Worth," "Detroit's New Dance Show" and "Gold Piece" offer a hint of what's to come on the full project. Ab, Bun B, Gene Obey, Mel, Pete Rock and Random Axe join Black Milk throughout the LP, which is entirely self-produced. If There's a Hell Below is scheduled for independent, digital release on Tuesday, October 28.

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Aspects & Snowgoons - Grind Over Matter

Canadian rapper Aspects showed his skillz already on the last two Snowgoons Albums along with Ghostface Killah & Billy Danze of M.O.P. It's just natural that the Snowgoons would produce his debut album "Grind Over Matter" entirely. The feature list is second to none, from G-Unit's Young Buck to Wu-Tang Clan's Raekwon & Ghostface Killah, all the way to Mopreme Shakur (the brother of 2Pac), as well West Coast legend Bizzy Bone (Bone Thugs N Harmony) & Spice 1. Further New York's hardcore outfit M.O.P. and Sheek Louch of (P. Diddys group The L.O.X.). Not to be missed is Canada's finest Madchild (of the Swollen Members) and Aspects partner in crime Paragraph. Snowgoons deliver the perfect soundtrack for Aspects after just finishing the latest album by 90's legends Onyx. The album is 14 songs strong and more than ever it reveals the strong musical part of the Snowgoons without leaving their original sound. Goon MuSick presents another highlight on the hip hop sky- Aspects "Grind Over Matter".

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Duncan - Street Government (iTunes Deluxe Edition)

Afrotainment in a joint venture with Sphethu Entertainment strikes harder with another incredible rapper from the streets of KwaMashu, Please welcome the Kasi storyteller Duncan with his Debut Album titled “Street Government”. The Album features: Big Nuz, Dj Tira, Joocy, Professor, AKA, Zakwe, Prokid, Kabomo, Redbutton, Mshizzi & MfanaKagogo  Born in KwaMashu and grew up eJerusalema “Mount Moriah” in Durban. His rap speaks about what we experience daily in the townships, his voice demands attention when he spits in different tones that makes you understand his side of the story. uncan released his 1st Album single titled Khayalami in 2013 featuring Zakwe, Prokid, Red button & Musa just to introduce him to the masses, feedback was amazing picking up his street cred and receiving major attention. DUNCAN current hit single “Tsiki Tsiki” dominating on charts, been No. 1 on YFM Urban Top 40, No. 6 on iTunes, No.5 on MTVbase & No. 4 on Khozi FM top 20. His soon to release “Tsiki Tsiki” Remix featuring Mdu Masilela, Professor, AKA & Mampintsha to sustain the life span of his single.

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Amu - Life Rap And Drama (Deluxe Edition)

Amu is arguably one of the best and most highly respected hip-hop stars in South Africa. The star, whose real name is Amukelani Tshawane, has created a buzz like never before with the release of his debut rap album CD, The Life, Rap and Drama. His first single Attention featuring Pro-verb and Selwyn has received enough attention to gain chart spots around the country's radio stations. So huge is the track that radio stations have opted to play its remix before going for the next single from the album. Since being featured in a hip-hop compilation titled Tha Muthaload in 1996, industry people and experts felt Amu was ready enough to release a full-length album. Amu says the album took this long because he was waiting for the right time to release it. The intro takes one though the meaning of the album title and pays homage to hip-hop front runners, such as Prophets of the City (P.O.C) and Black Noise. The Life, Rap and Drama is also made up of a lot of rap styles and Amu moves from Zulu to English with ease. Tracks that stand out include Act Crazy, Phakamisa Feat. Mr Dust, Face The Facts, It's Over, Since I Met U, Buza and Kids Don't Learn with Busi. The album was recorded in his studio and done through his label Buvground Entertainment. With this label Amu plans to uncover talent and artists who do not have the chance to have their stuff released. Howza is the first artist to be signed to the label, and he is featured on the album on the tunes Who's The Villian, N.O. Mosity and the Attention remix.

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Daredevils - Daredevils (EP)

ORIGINALLY KNOWN AS T.H.U.G.S (TRUE HUMBLE UNIQUE GUYS), the group developed out of rap and ragga competitions in 2000,then there were six members. But three years later the group died a natural death as members went on to pursue other interests and out of the ashes emerged a refined, hungry, passionate and carefree group THE DAREDEVILZ made up of two Malawian Rappers with a story to tell.

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Zakwe - The Red Tape

Zakwe is a rapper who hails from KwaMashu in KZN. This Kasi rapper has made mark with his strong voice, great lyrics, Kasi stories and black consciousness. He has been pipped as the next big artist to come out of that region since Zuluboy. Zakwe released his latest mixtape titled: STREET MUSIC, which is a hot double disc (Headlines + Red tape and a few remixes in one package). The mixtape has made a huge impact in the underground scene as two of his tracks within the tape entered in Hype Sessions and received massive airplay. This 22year old Kasi rapper is seriously on the move and with his experience and hardworking team; it is not doubtable that he will deliver for the long awaiting masses.

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Khuli Chana - The MotswakOriginator (Deluxe Edition)

Khuli Chana’s debut solo album, The MotswakOriginator, was released in November 2009. It included hit singles such as “Tswakstikem”, “Sthandwa Sam”, “Freshe” and “No More Hunger” which all dominated the airwaves and saw Khuli Chana win numerous awards and nominations over the next 2 years. A remix of the song “No More Hunger” was requested by Action Aid South Africa to be featured on their Hunger Free Campaign music compilation which featured artists from around the continent. December 2011 came Khuli Chana’s release of the MotswakOriginator Deluxe. It consisted of his album, The MotswakOriginator, along with two additional songs featuring HHP and Tuks, and a documentary that unfolds the history of the Motswako Hip Hop industry as well as Khuli Chana’s trials and tribulations in the industry.  It involves street-talk and highly influential messages in Setswana, English and other South African languages which Khuli Chana has dubbed “Tswenglish”. Khuli Chana was the biggest winner at the 19th annual MTN SAMAs in 2013. He was also the first musician to have a Hip Hop album win in the coveted SAMA Album of The Year category which ultimately dubbed him as the face of the changing Hip Hop landscape in South Africa.

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Hills - Rap Is Back

All I can say about this guy is… Listen. I am so caught up in him that I didn’t have time to request his bio. But what I heard was enough to paint the picture clear of what hills was. Think Brother Ali and Krodon combined with Youkmouth. Outside the pigmentation of their skin, concentrate on their delivery, the skill of storytelling. Adlib: it’s the boy with the uptown voice

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Freddie Gibbs & Madlib - Knicks Remix EP

Earlier this year, Freddie Gibbs and Madlib teamed up to release Piñata, their excellent collaborative album. One of the few album tracks that didn’t have any guest rappers was the floaty sneer “Knicks.” But now there’s a new version of the song with a bunch of other rappers. Gibbs and Madlib will release their Knicks Remix EP next month, and it includes a new version of the song, with a new Gibbs verse, as well as verses from Queens epicurean genius Action Bronson, Brooklyn boom-bap revivalist Joey Bada$$, and Jersey City formalist Ransom

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Deep Soweto - Deep Soweto Vol. 1

Deep Soweto is Siya Shezi, ChaKa Dollar, Emdee & Dagga and are known for their unrelenting vernacular lyrics, have become one of the fiercest underground hip-hop acts to spring out of the soil of this beloved kasi. The movement is all about addressing isimo sa boDaki (black people’s situation) in the everyday community life they all live in.  Deep Soweto has changed some perceptions about hip-hop, especially within the South African context.

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Syleena Johnson – Chapter 6: Couples Therapy [iTunes Plus AAC M4A]

R&B s best kept secret is finally out. Another chapter in the book of Syleena Johnson has been written. Syleena s upcoming album is the first release from her new partnership with Blakbyrd Entertainment. The album is said to chronicle the journey of the ins and outs of a relationship and everything in between. R&B Diva Syleena Johnson is serving up pure class as she debuted the cover art for her upcoming album, Chapter 6: Couples Therapy. Dressed in all black and equipped with burgundy curls, the songstress is obviously ready to give fans a supreme body of work. Featuring the lead single “My Love,” Syleena’s upcoming album host 13-tracks and production from Kris “Kajun” Johnson, Medor, and Syleena herself. Set to hit shelves on October 28, we’re all here for what this album is set to bring.

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J-Lawless - Until Tomorrow

HAILING FROM SOUTH AFRICA, J-LAWLESS (Universal Music Group) DROPS FREE MIXTAPE FOR DOWNLOAD DECEMBER 18th 2013 Following the recently well received leaks “By My Side” and “Where I Belong” J’s debut mixtape will be released on DECEMBER 18TH 2013 via Datpiff.com available to the public for free download. J-Lawless has been working on “Until Tomorrow” for just under 2 years to ensure it would be a true representation of his range and creativity. While staying true to his hip hop roots, J-Lawless has seamlessly incorporated some slight EDM influences into the production of his tracks. Featuring talented producers, Silas Beats & Taylor Made, and South African powerhouse artists PdotO, Blaklez and Marissa Kelley; this mixtape has an international appeal, and an eclectic mix of rhymes and beats sure to keep the people nodding their heads. With J-Lawless’s planned move to the US mid-year 2014 he is sure to bolster recognition for South African hip hop.

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