Oh yes, it’s that time again.  October 2nd is going to be off the hook.  The Boombox crew has come up with some heat for this line up.  Ced No, Coultrain and Black Spade making up the incredible group the Hawthorne Headhunters.  If you don’t know them yet, this is your chance to hear their great sound.  Also keep an eye out for the Hawthorne Headhunters LP and their individual projects.  Next on the bill my man Blu and his band No York.  Blu is everywhere right now including a couple of tracks on The Roots new album.  Blu is also getting ready to drop an LP, so keep your ears open.  Show up at Boombox and catch a sneak peek  to both groups and their new joints.  Gotta love the first Saturday of every month, so get your dancing shoes, all of your friends, and head out to the Boombox.  BIG thanks to the Boombox crew Inka One, Ben Diggin, and One Man Jazz for putting on dope events.

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I am signed up to more newsletters then I need to be, but now and then there is some dope stuff that comes from it.  I think I noticed this one from Audible Treats because of the screen shot of a video of a dude with his head on the table and a Jack Daniels bottle in his hand.  Ha ha, I guess I can relate.  At the bottom of the image it had this label that said “Nice Guys,” so I read it.  It was a spoof  interview called Nice Short Pt. 7 to promote The Nice Guys debut album, The Show which comes out next week (Sept. 28).  I downloaded The Nice Guys Green Room EP, had it in heavy rotation, and went back for more.  Mr. Perfect is the first leak from the LP The Show and it is dope.  I’m looking forward for the LP to drop.  Download The Nice Guys – The Green Room & Mr. Perfect from Band Camp.  BIG thanks Audible Treats for the heads up.

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The Nice Guys – Mr. Perfect

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The Nice Guys – Venting

No One is the duo of Noni Spitz & Dae One – an emcee/producer partnership known for putting in work on the West Coast with their individual and collaborative projects from an early age.  Their most recent project, The Pre-Substance is lighting up the internet, building considerable buzz for the The Substance, due out later this year.  European readers, check for them when they swing through the continent in October.

After you check the official vid for How it Iz – directed by James Wade, head over to the DJ Buddy TV show.  Hit the 01:38:00 mark to watch an in-depth interview with No One, and pick up some entertainment industry game in the process.

I got an email from Deca One about his beat tape called Floating World.  The first thing that came to mind is, “this kid must have been high when he thought of the title” … and then I played it.  Cloud Knockin’ has a very chill vibe will have you floating in no time.  Deca One also gives a good balance with the 8-bit sound and sampling, and still maintains an outta this world feeling.  He also throws in a nice remix of Badu’s Soldier.  In Floating World I hear the potential.  Download Deca One – Floating World from BandCamp.  Also check Deca One out on Twitter, MySpace, & Tumblr.  BIG thanks Deca One for sending in your beat tape. Keep going man.

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Deca One – Imaginary Friend

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Deca One – Speak Easy

This video is sick.  My man Dibiase is a beast on the beats and now he has the video to match.  This *ish is bananas!  I don’t smoke and Skullcrack gave me a contact high from just watching it.  Today (Sept. 14) Dibiase drops his album Machines Hate Me on Alpha Pup Records, so cop that.  I know I will.  BIG thanks to J Listed for tweeting about this one.

I don’t have to say much about this album… I really don’t.  The title and the music speaks loud enough for it.  I bought Album Of The Year at Fat Beats, dropped it in the CD player on the way home, and drove the long way home to hear it again.  When I got home, I copied it to my computer, iPod, and my iPhone so I wouldn’t be without it.  It drops today (September 14^th), so find the closest record shop and buy Black Milk – Album Of The Year.

All right, let me get to the music.  The Album Of The Year has that Black Milk sound, but bigger.  If that’s possible…guess it is.  Still having that big drum sound, funky samples, hypnotic rhythmic flow, and heavy hitting -with guests like Danny Brown, you can’t help but put it on repeat. The album overall has a complete sound, but each track can hold it’s own.  You just have to listen to it people.  It’s also worth getting a physical copy.  Very clean design with shiny red soil numbers on the cover making a bold statement.  Go to or order Black Milk – Album Of The Year from Fat Beats…now.  BIG thanks to House Shoes.  Black Milk keep making that music.

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Black Milk – 365

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Black Milk – Round of Applause

Episode 005: Summer’s End

Mr. DJ Sean O. has blessed us with a dope episode for Beats+Crates Radio.  This episode is jammed pack with everyone from the Lootpack to Devonwho.  Summer’s End has a real chill lounge vibe, but retains some energy.  Very similar to DJ Sean O.‘s personality. You’ll never need to be in the mood to play Summer’s End because it’s right for every moment.

If any of you don’t know Sean O., he’s a mellow cat with an eclectic music collection.  Sean O. is always down to share his knowledge and love for music.  Catch him on KPFK’s (90.7FM) Soundwaves with the host with the most Mr. Abraham Beltran and the lovely Ms. Cecilia choppin it up.  Sean O.’s Sound Cloud account must be full, I swear this dude kicks out a mix a day.  If you run into Sean O. or see him DJing at a spot, take a moment to say what’s up.  He’s a truly a cool cat and a good friend.  Check out DJ Sean O.’s newly redesigned site at DJSEANO.com, Twitter, MySpace, and everything else on the Internet. Download B+C: Summers End here and enjoy.  BIG thanks to DJ Sean O. for bringing some dope tunes to Beats+Crates Radio. I also want to thank ISO50 for inspiring the artwork.

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B+C Radio: Summer's End Download

Ladies listen closely to what Grand Central is saying, and fellas there are some words of wisdom in there for you too. They have their own way about getting the message across, but it’s all the same in the end.  In God Loves Grinders Vol.1, Grand Central talks about the ladies, the music industry, and the issues in the UK.  Most of the tracks on God Loves Grinders Vol.1 are the kind you put on at a house party to keep it moving.  Call Me Anytime You Like is one of those tracks that will get your head nodding and your feet moving.  With Grand Central in the building you’re sure to have nothing but good times.  Check out Grand Centrals – God Loves Grinders Vol. 1 on their site.  BIG thanks Grand Central for the heads up.

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Grand Central – Run dem (ft. Micall Parkinsun)

The Foreign Exchange should have won the Grammy for Daykeeper.  Period, full-stop.  Well, Phonte & Nicolay return this fall with an opportunity for voting members to right this wrong, in the form of their third studio album Authenticity.  Based on the first single Maybe She’ll Dream Of Me, October 12th will be a Tuesday to remember. Keep up with their latest album and tour info by following @FEOfficial on that website/application that everyone seems to be using.

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The Foreign Exchange – Maybe She’ll Dream Of Me (download)

Versis is always on the go and making moves.  After dropping illcandescent he hooked up with Jerome D. to create The Need video.  Jerome D. has a style about his videos that draws you in.  He also has a way of giving you a big story in a short amount of time.  The combination of Versis and Jerome D., makes The Need dope.  Check out Versis – illcandescent on BandCamp and click here to check out other works by Jerome D.  BIG thanks Versis for the heads up.
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