Hustle Simmons – Hustle Simmons

Hustle Simmon consists of MC Dave Ghetto and the up and coming producer Tha S Ence. If you like what you hear, go and buy the album.

███ Artist: Hustle Simmons Title: Hustle Simmons
███ Source: CDDA Size: 43,5 MB
███ Encoder: Exact Audio Copy Bitrate: VBRkbps
███ Ripped: Sep-11-2008 Streetdate: 000-00-0000
███ Genre: Hip-Hop Run Time: 46:48
███ Label: Break Bread Projects
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Ill Bill – The Hour Of Reprisal

Ill Bill’s second solo album. If you like what you hear, go and buy the album!

Label…………….: Uncle Howie
Genre…………….: Hip-Hop
StoreDate…………: Sep-16-2008
Source……………: CDDA
Size……………..: 79,4 MB
Total Playing Time…: 60:00

Edgar Allen Floe – The Road To Streetwise (2008)[Mixtape]

Hosted by 9th Wonder

Here we have Edgar Allen Floe of the Justus League’s (aka the nigga with the coolest name besides Lupe Fiasco) latest release. In preparation for Floe’s first solo LP (Streetwise) he created this mixtape (which I hear is pretty nice) to get people familiar with him since 2006’s Floe Almighty was dropped a while ago. Fans of The Away Team, Khrysis, L.E.G.A.C.Y., and Little Brother must check.

Termanology ft. Bun B & DJ Premier – How We Rock [Music Video]

Just got this one in the mail. Can’t wait for Politics as Usual to drop.

Jaylib – Champion Sound [Reissue](2007) RE-UPPED

So the story goes. Once upon a time in the land of hip hop legendary producer of the Beat Junkies, DJ J Rocc, passed a CD of beats to Madvillain maestro, Madlib. Were these beats J Roccs we may have ended up with a Roclib album, but as the story goes, these beats were (for some reason or another)  produced by none other than Jay Dee (aka J. Dilla). Madlib recorded over these beats and called the recordings Jaylib, but the recordings sat on a shelf getting dusty for a few years until Stones Throw put one of the tracks on a mixtape. Dilla, being signed to Stones Throw himself, heard the track, hooked up with Madlib and soon after began trading beats and rhymes (each did his own recording in his own respective hood) which lead to the 2003 release of Champion Sound. The album was hailed an instant classic and prototype for many hip-hop mashups to come after it (Madvillainy, Gnarls Barkley, Patch Adams, Dangerdoom etc.), but when Dilla passed away in early 2006 the album was re-vamped with a second CD of new remixes and instrumentals from the original album featured as well as a tribute to Dilla (“One For Dilla”). So here you are, the finished product of two of hip-hop’s greatest minds. Download the album and if you like it, cop it legit here.

Gym Class Heroes, Common Market, Bizzy Bone

I’ve been inactive lately cuz I’ve been having problems with my connection (and still have). Anyway lets get straight to the music. First here’s Gym Class Heroes’s new album The Quilt. Been waiting for it since I heard Peace Sign/Index Down. Second here’s one of this year’s biggest underground releases Common Market’s second album Tobacco Road. And finally for all my fellow Bone heads here’s a non-scene rip of Bizzy Bone’s long lost For Your Righteousness project now with new beats and a new name.

Jake One – The Truth (feat. Brother Ali & Freeway)[Single]

Man, oh man. After hearing this track I can’t say how excited I am about Jake’s new Rhymesayers release (White Van Music due out October 7th). For those who don’t know Jake One has been the man behind the boards for everybody from MF Doom and De La Soul to 50 Cent & Nas. I mean damn… who didn’t love Rock Co. Cane Flow? His album is slated to feature underground & mainstream legends alike and with his ability to get cats who would have otherwise never worked together on the same track, this is going to be ill. Check this track out for a taste of what I’m talking about. Ill ass collabo. Fucking crazy…

Download: The Truth.mp3

where i’ve been

sorry i dissapered so suddenly. i ended up in rehab in california, and in 2 weeks i’ll be moving down to newport beach to start a new life or something. i’m not sure what is exactly going to happen but i’ll try and give some people an update asap. wish me luck.

The Dynospectrum – The Dynospectrum (1999) [Slug, Self One, Beyond & Swift]

Got a request for this one a little while ago. Any fan of Atmosphere or the Rhymesayers fam should have heard of this one (although I had some trouble finding it). If you’re familiar with any of the Headshots series (or even just the widely popular Headshots: Se7en) you’ll know most of the cats on this project… Of course there’s Slug of Atmosphere and Beyond (who later became Musab) as well as old school Rhymesayers junkies, Self One (aka I Self Divine) & Swift (who I have no idea what happened to). Apparently this was the first and last actual LP that was done by the group so, Iif you like the Headshots series & Deep Puddle Dynamics you’ll love this one… if you just like Atmosphere you’ll at least enjoy it.Like it? Buy it here.

2 Sene Albums + 1 EP

So I posted one joint by this cat a minute a good minute ago (Pavement Special) and expressed my amazement about how such a young cat could release such a dope album, but now it gets crazier as dude has release 3 more works… all just as crazy as the first. I know it’s a lot to listen to, so if you don’t know where to start peep his first work (link given above) or if picking out of the 3 new joints check on The Beautifully Ugly EP (2008), after which either of the other two albums Anywhere But Here (2007) and Elevator Music: A Collection of Rejected Excellence (2008) is a dope follow up. For fans of Raks One, Blu (of Blu & Exile), Buff 1 & Now On… fuck just do yourself and whoever you are, give dude a listen.

(Question: I know Elevetaor Music: A Collection of Rejected Excellence is being given away for free on Sene’s myspace page, and Pavement Special was a Japan only release, but does anybody know where the others can be copped legit as physical copies)?

Blackalicious – The Craft (2005)

This is the junior album from the legendary underground Cali duo, Blackalicious. I was first introduced to Blackalicious in the 10th grade (about three years ago… give or take) by a friend named Kevin. Kevin was heavy into Aesop Rock, Sole, and Deep Puddle Dynamics at the time so I was certain Black would be something to abstract and left field for me to really enjoy, but after weeks (maybe months) of his nagging and bitching I finally listened to their 2nd LP, Blazing Arrows. To my dismay I greatly enjoyed the album and Kevin won. Anywho, as much as I enjoyed Black’s aforementioned sophomore album, I feel as if The Craft is an all around better album. Better production, better rhymes… shit just flows more nicely than Blackalicious’ other two joints. If you’re a fan of Lyrics Born (who’s a member of another of MC Gift of Gab’s crews), People Under the Stairs or Jurassic 5, make sure to check on this one.

Pete Philly & Perquisite – Time Flies [Music Video]

I’m starting to feel like Ches about these cats. How did I go so long without having their shit in my collection? You must check the CD version of this joint. 

Common Market – Gol’ Dust [Single][2008]

New shit from common market. Just like the track we dropped a while back (Tobacco Road), this has me fiending for new material from the dudes. Fans of Gabriel Teodros, Blue Scholars, Move.Meant, and Braille should def check on this one.

Download: Gol’ Dust.mp3

Hezekiah – I Predict A Riot (2007)

Straight of Illadelphia Rawkus artist Hezekiah (aka Mister Conscious Porn) puts it down as a mic controller as well as a producer. From listening to his last LP (Hurry Up and Wait) I imagine Hezekiah is best described as an MC who the conscious and mainstream crowds alike can relate with. That’s not to say he like a sort of Kanye West/Common , because his overall neo-soul influenced sound is what one expects out of a Philly native. Still he makes songs the everyman can relate to without being too dumb or too high and mighty. Big shouts to LeBlunt Flames for hitting us this one (as well as a shit load more which we’ll feature in the future). Listen to it and if you like it, buy it here.

Rhymefest – Stolen [Video] (2008)

Dope video, dope beats, dope rhymes. If you don’t check out any of the other videos we drop at least peep this one. Excited for Fest’s new album El Che? Yes.

Cool Calm Pete – Gitty Up Baby [Single] (2008)

Finally a new Cool Calm Pete track. I’ve been fiending for some new Pete shit ever since I heard his 2005 release (Lost the Album) and although I bought and enjoyed his CD of loosies, I was looking for more. This track hits the spot for now, but only makes me want to hear his new LP Leonard Z (which is supposed to drop later this year). Check the track and buy the album when it drops.

MF Doom & Trunks Presents – Unicron EP (2008)

Doom on the beats, San Francisco MC Trunks holding the mic. If you’re huge Doom junkie then you’ll remember Trunks from the track Lockjaw (also included on this EP) which was featured on Doom’s King Geedorah album. Apparently Doom is going to be producing Trunks’ first LP. Some may be saddened to find there’s no actual verses from Metal Face himself but Trunks does a good job of filling the void with raps about everything from RPGs to Star Wars. Doom fans can certainly dig it if not everyone else.

Unknown Prophets – The Road Less Travelled (2006)

Requested by gimmeadollr a while back (sorry it took so long but I was struggling with my computer situation). For fans of Glue, Heiruspecs, Move.Meant, and Eyedea & Abilities. Pretty much if you’re into the Twin Cities hip-hop scene you’ll enjoy these cats. That ol’ boom bap with a midwestern edge, sometimes religious, sometimes even a little grimy. Buy it here if you like it.

5 More Demonoid Invites (Back By Popular Demand)

Premier torrent site. Find shit there that you can’t find here. Like before click the account registration address listed below and enter the one of the 5 codes. I’ve numbered the codes from 1-5 so if you use one, please just drop a comment saying which number you used so cats who come after you won’t have to try all 5 only to realize they’re all gone. Enjoy.

Revolutionary Alien – The Landing

I really don’t know what to say bout this album since I have never heard of this group before. The album is fucking amazing! Yup! Find a place do buy this dopeness!

Artist……..: Revolutionary Alien
Album………: The Landing
Label………: n/a
Quality…….: VBRkbps 44,1kHz / Joint-Stereo
Encoder…….: lame 3.97 V2
Catalog…….: n/a
Genre………: Hip-Hop
Tracks……..: 14
Size……….: 43,3 MB
Source……..: CDDA
Playtime……: 42:19 min
▄█▀ ■ ░░ Rip Date……: Aug-13-2008
▐█▌▄▓▓▄ ▄ Street Date…: 000-00-0000
▀█▄▀▀ ▀▓▀ ▀ URL………..: n/a

Dessa – False Hopes EP

I’ve recently been bumpin a lot of Doomtree stuff and I came across this release. It’s nice to hear a dope FeMC every now and then. Definitely check the track 551.  Breeze, if you haven’t already, I recommend you to check this.

ARTIST…..: Dessa
TITLE……: False Hopes EP
LABEL……: Doomtree Records
URL……..: www.doomtree.net

RIP DATE…: Apr-14-2005
STORE DATE.: Feb-00-2005
GENRE……: Hip-Hop
QUALITY….: VBR / 44.1Hz / Joint-Stereo
SIZE…….: 18,4 MB

Gza (Genius) – Pro Tools

Finally some new GZA!

LABEL – Babygrande
RIP QUALITY – VBRkbps / 44.1kHz / Joint-Stereo
RIP DATE – 08/13/2008
RELEASE DATE – 08/19/2008
GENRE/STYLE – Hip-Hop
PLAYING TIME – 44:10 min
RELEASE SIZE – 53.2 MB
RIPPED BY – _______

Skyzoo & 9th Wonder – Cloud 9: The 3 Day High (2006)

Went digging in my old files for something to post and came up with this. Dope shit, recorded in only 3 days. I know record sales hardly mean anything but ol’ boy got certified gold from the underground (who does that shit besides Atmosphere?). For fans of Little Brother, Jay-Z, and Joell Ortiz. Buy it here if you like it.

Ice Cube – Raw Footage

Cube been in the game for a long time and he’s still droppin hot ish. Take note!

LABEL – Lench Mob Records
RIP QUALITY – VBRkbps / 44.1kHz / Joint-Stereo
RIP DATE – 08/13/2008
RELEASE DATE – 08/19/2008
GENRE/STYLE – Rap
PLAYING TIME – 64:42 min
RELEASE SIZE – 86.8 MB
RIPPED BY – _________

DJ I-Dee ft. Jean Grae & Wreckonize – The Right [Video]

DJ I-Dee hit me up with this one himself. Good production and although I’m not really feeling the video too much the track itself is a hit. JG murders the track and Wreck does his thing too. Peep the video and download the single below.

Download: The Right.mp3

Ron Countour – Hot Dog

More new Moka!

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║ RIP DATE: 8/12/2008 ║ TOTAL TRACKS: 17 PLAYTIME: 00:36:13 ║
║ STREET DATE: ??/??/2008 ║ ║
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╠══════════════════════════╣ RLS TYPE: Album ║
║ BITRATE: 128kbps ║ GENRE: Hip-Hop ║
║ CBR/VBR?: CBR ║ LABEL: legendary Entertainment ║
║ SIZE: 33.22 MB ║ RIPPER: ________________ ║

Emilio Rojas aka Raks One – That Time [Video]

Hot ass shit. M-Phazes on the beats and DJ Eaze on the cuts. We dropped some of his older shit here on CTR in the past so cop listen if you like the video (always cop legit if you like it) and check back for this new album. Shit’s obviously going to be heat. Shouts to GrapeApe over at MS for bringing this one to my attention.

Breezilla is Back + Moka Only – Clap Trap (2008)

So as many of you regular cats have noticed I’ve been missing in action for about two weeks now which is culmination of too many hours to be worked at my job with far too many employees as well as a broken laptop. I’ve kind of solved the job problem and I’ve def found a solution to my laptop problems (bought a laptop of this cat for 2 cartons of Newports), so I’m back in full force. HUGE, HUGE, HUGE shouts to DMXXX and Ches B for holding things down in my absence (of course they always do even when I’m here). Have requests, questions, suggestions, submissions, or want ton be affiliated with our blog? Drop us a line here or at checktherhimeblog@gmail.com. On with the new shit.

“If it’s too abstract, you need to get smart, stupid!Such a Moka-ism. Funny little quips and thoughts burst out often here. Following their Martian Xmas disc, this quirky concoction is pure modern Moka: 22 short, sweet, self-produced songs showcasing his soul. The longest track is 2:28.
Dippin’ into 60s soul, 70s psychedelia, 80s pop and 90s melancholy, Clap Trap is diverse. The sinister skin cocooning Summer Stalker is shockingly satisfying, but it’s criminal to not give it a reasonable resolution. Time To Clean Up is a simmering gem. Mo And Mo features wisdom from Sweatshop Union’s Mos Eisley, whose sharp lyrics could have lasted longer but for brevity, wit and all that.”

For fans of MF Doom, Swollen Members, MF Doom, and Louis Logic. It you like it, cop it legit here.

The 2bers – Children of A Mortal Sun

Another nice album. If anybody has any of their earlier releases please hit me up on the comments or mail.

Artist……..: The 2bers
Album………: Children of a Mortal Sun
Label………: n/a
Quality…….: VBRkbps 44,1kHz / Joint-Stereo
Encoder…….: lame 3.97 V2
Catalog…….: n/a
Genre………: Hip-Hop
Tracks……..: 15
Size……….: 40,9 MB
Source……..: CDDA
Playtime……: 37:56 min
▄█▀ ■ ░░ Rip Date……: Jul-30-2008
▐█▌▄▓▓▄ ▄ Street Date…: 000-00-0000
▀█▄▀▀ ▀▓▀ ▀ URL………..: n/a

Raw Data – The Meeting Place

Good album with a rockish sound to it!

Artist……..: Raw Data
Album………: The Meeting Place
Label………: n/a
Quality…….: VBRkbps 44,1kHz / Joint-Stereo
Encoder…….: lame 3.97 V2
Catalog…….: n/a
Genre………: Hip-Hop
Tracks……..: 15
Size……….: 98,2 MB
Source……..: CDDA
Playtime……: 77:51 min
▄█▀ ■ ░░ Rip Date……: Jul-30-2008
▐█▌▄▓▓▄ ▄ Street Date…: 000-00-0000
▀█▄▀▀ ▀▓▀ ▀ URL………..: n/a