Brooklyn’s own Bekay sits down with UGHH’s Van Stylez for an in-depth interview that covers everything from Bekay’s upcoming album Hunger Pains, to his thoughts of the game post 2000, to his not so flattering opinion of Asher Roth. Hungers Pains is slated for an October 13th release date with the first single I Am, produced by The Alchemist to be dropping later this summer. The album’s second single Brooklyn Bridge feat. Masta Ace (prod. by DJ Babu) will be dropping shortly thereafter- a video for both tracks are in progress.
Bekay Talks New Album, Asher Roth, etc (Video)
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Blame it on Shake | July 03, 2009 | 30 Comments Posted in Hip Hop, Video | Tags: asher roth, bekay, ughh |
Marco Polo & Torae’s Thought’s On Major Labels (Video)
Sucker Free catches up with Torae & Marco Polo in the name of independence. Speaking of… any of ya’ll (American dopeboyz/girlz) got big plans for tomorrow? I’ll be roaming the streets of Toronto as it’s my last weekend in the country. Stupid gov’t.
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Blame it on Shake | July 03, 2009 | 3 Comments Posted in Hip Hop, Video | Tags: marco polo, torae |
La Coka Nostra - Habitat of the Gasmask f. Vinnie Paz

Vinnie Paz (Jedi Mind Tricks) joins La Coka Nostra for a new joint off their upcoming mixtape, The Audacity of Coke, presented by Statik Selektah & DJ Eclipse. And be sure to cop A Brand You Can Trust on July 14th (pre-order now).
DOWNLOAD: La Coka Nostra - Habitat of the Gasmask f. Vinne Paz | Mediafire
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Blame it on Shake | July 03, 2009 | 10 Comments Posted in Downloads, Hip Hop | Tags: jedi mind tricks, la coka nostra, vinne paz |
S1 (Strange Fruit Project) - Still Underrated v.1 (Mixtape)

Strange Fruit Project producer S1 (aka Symbolyc One) is feeling a bit underrated (understanably so… dude is dope). And with that… he let loose of a new mixtape; with some remixes, some new joints, and some exclusives. Featuring the likes of Little Brother, Blu, Inspectah Deck, Tanya Morgan, Lil Wayne, Slum Village, Beyonce, Charli 2na, Busta Rhymes, Nipsey Hu$$le and more.
Tracklist + Download link after the jump…
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Blame it on Shake | July 03, 2009 | 8 Comments Posted in Downloads, Hip Hop | Tags: s1, strange fruit project, symbolyc one |
Black Milk Broadcast ep.1 (Video)
While Milk is busy recording and touring the globe, Milk decided to start a new video series, Black Milk Broadcast
In the first episode, watch Black work at Studio 1 alongside Alchemist, Guilty Simpson, and others, followed by a trip to Amsterdam where he kicked off his European tour for Tronic last spring. In a final dramatic twist at the end, Black Milk is surrounded by reckless bikers, flying n-bombs, and drunken Dutchmen. Where’s Elzhi?
And for the dopeboyz/girlz in Europe. Be sure to check him on tour. Dates below…
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Blame it on Shake | July 03, 2009 | 7 Comments Posted in Hip Hop, Video | Tags: black milk, youtube |
Emilio Sparks Interviews CurT@!n$ (Video)
Emilio Sparks sits down with CurT@!n$ to discuss superhero battle cries, how to be a smart dumb cat, and the message in his music.
PREVIOUS: CurT@!n$ - The Great Adventures of Dope Boy C: Dope for President (Mixtape)
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Blame it on Shake | July 03, 2009 | No Comments Posted in Hip Hop, Video | Tags: CurT@!n$, emilio sparks, interview, vimeo |
Wyclef Jean - Warriorz [NoDJ]

Wyclef let loose of the first leak from his upcoming Gangsta Grillz mixtape with DJ Drama. And since I didn’t post before… hit the jump for the re-release of his latest mixtape, Coming to America.
DOWNLOAD: Wyclef Jean - Warriorz | Medaifire
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Blame it on Shake | July 03, 2009 | 9 Comments Posted in Downloads, Hip Hop | Tags: dj drama, wyclef jean |
50 Cent Says Method Man Is The Best In Wu-Tang (Video)
In the latest video segment with XXL, Curtis praises Method Man as Wu-Tang’s best MC. And I’d have to disagree. Although he’s my favorite of the crew, he’s not “the best” in terms of emcee’n IMO.
PREVIOUS: 50 Cent - Forever King (Artwork x Tracklist) x London Girl pt.2 | 50 Cent - Ok, You’re Right (Video)
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Blame it on Shake | July 03, 2009 | 38 Comments Posted in Hip Hop, Video | Tags: 50 cent, method man, wu-tang, xxl |
Sandpeople - Hate Aside BTS (Video)
Behind the scenes footage of the Sandpeople’s upcoming video off their latest release, Long Story, Short, which is available now.
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Blame it on Shake | July 03, 2009 | 4 Comments Posted in Hip Hop, Video | Tags: behind the scenes, sandpeople, youtube |
Twista - Birthday (Video)
Second video from Twista’s upcoming album, Category F5, dropping July 14th. Shouts to Andrew on the heads up. And while we’re at it… hit the jump for a trailer to the upcoming video from Skooda Chose; featuring Twista an Mikey Rocks (of The Cool Kids).
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Blame it on Shake | July 03, 2009 | 12 Comments Posted in Hip Hop, Video | Tags: mikey rocks, skooda chose, the cool kids, twista, youtube |
Outasight - Brand New Day Preview (Video)
While in the studio, OU & 6th give us a preview of Outasight’s new single, Brand New Day. And from the preview alone, I’m digging the hell out of it. The man’s definitely got a hit on his hands. Look for the download to hit the net on Monday.
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Blame it on Shake | July 03, 2009 | 5 Comments Posted in Hip Hop, Video | Tags: 6th sense, outasight, vimeo |
Random Acts of Fuckery: Ja Rule, Leave It Alone Edition
On the first installment of RuleYorkTV, Ja gives his “enemies” 60-90 days as he’s coming with a chip on his shoulder. Just give it up Ja. I’m not even hating on his music, I just wish he’d quit obsessing to Curtis, etc. Just make music.
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Blame it on Shake | July 03, 2009 | 16 Comments Posted in Hip Hop, Video | Tags: ja rule, random acts of fuckery |
Dungeon Family’s VIBE Cover Shoot (Video)
In what was supposed to be a surprise 2 part editorial with the Dungeon Family, with VIBE shutting it’s doors. It looks like we might only get part 1. Shitty…
Of course I wanted to find out more of what was going on and since I saw that the homie Spree Wilson was actually down there I hit him up to see what was up… When I got in contact with him he told me they was wrapping up and headed over to Stankonia which was right across the street from me. He also told me that he is super cool with Linda Hobbs, the writer of the story, that he was the only person allowed to record at the site and scored some Flip cam footage of the photoshoot and spoke to everybody (except Andre 3000) and wanted to give to me to put on the site.
Check out Maurice’s crib for a better run down of whass happenin. And check the jump for a great picture of the crew…
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Blame it on Shake | July 03, 2009 | 6 Comments Posted in Hip Hop, Video | Tags: dungeon family, vibe, vimeo |
C-San - Dreams f. Kevin Mak

Here’s the latest track off C-San’s I Wana Work With DJ Quik, dropping soon.
DOWNLOAD: C-San - Dreams f. Kevin Mak
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Blame it on Meka | July 02, 2009 | 11 Comments Posted in Downloads, Hip Hop | Tags: C-San, dreams, kevin mak |
Yung Nate - Never Get Me f. Woody

A few days ago we posted an individual cut from B/A. Now it’s Yung Nate’s turn. Off their upcoming album, Deal With No Deal, dropping July 8th w/ 2DopeBoyz & SubConThreads.
DOWNLOAD: Yung Nate - Never Get Me f. Woody | Medafire
PREVIOUS: B/A & Yung Nate - Deal With No Deal Trailer (Video) | B/A & Yung Nate - Ride Out (On It) | B/A & Yung Nate - 2DopeBoyz Intro
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Blame it on Shake | July 02, 2009 | 6 Comments Posted in Downloads, Hip Hop | Tags: b/a, woody, yung nate |




























































