In tribute to Derrion Albert (and others), a few Chicago emcees jump on a remix to a joint off 9th Wonder & David Banner’s upcoming project, Death of a Popstar. UPDATE: Added the full/explicit version (via FSD).

Due to the recent violent death of Derrion Albert and with fewer than 200 homicides since the beginning of the year killings in Chicago (www.chicagobreakingnews.com), these tragedies have not only attracted worldwide press, but major recording artists David Banner, Rhymefest, Naledge, Skooda Chose, 9th Wonder & Twista, have united to raise awareness of violence among urban youth within Chicago by organizing an Anti-Violence rally. The rally will serve as a creative canvas and backdrop for the video shoot of the release of the song Something’s Wrong.

DOWNLOAD: 9th Wonder & David Banner – Something Is Wrong (rmx) f. Twista, Naledge, Rhymefest & Skooda Chose

Twista, D-Loc & Dalim rock over an Adrenaline Rush-esque (RythmIQ) production for a joint off Shutup & Listen v.1; which also features the likes of Crooked I, Jay Rock, Royce Da 5′9″, Stat Quo and more.

DOWNLOAD: Twista, D-Loc & Dalima – The Getaway (prod, RythmIQ) | Mediafire

Here’s a grittier, recut and alternate version of Twista’s American Gangster video, off his Category F5 album.  Despite the subject matter and message (which could be offensive to some), I absolutely love both clips.  It’s raw energy and vivid imagery is what has driven many fans and followers to Twista over the years. – via FSD

PREVIOUS: Twista – S.O.S. (Mixtape)

The above list of artists get their hands on Timbaland & Rockstar Games’ Beaterator (September 29th) on the PSP.

Common speaks on progressing as an artist, growing up in cottage grove, Kanye, Lupe, Twista, Chicago house music, and the Bears. This interview is from the Hard Knock archives but new to the interwebs! Check out www.hardknock.tv for Common Part 1. Common speaks on Finding Forever, hitting the gym, children’s books, and much more.

PREVIOUS: Common Live In Chicago (Video)

Says Andrew:

Twista and GMG Entertainment dedicate this latest release to the CPS students throughout the city. Today he’s dropping the mixtape online, and hard copies will be distributed to CPS students on Tuesday. Stop the violence and increase the peace, people. Download the mixtape for free below and support T’s cause (DEDICATED TO THE STUDENTS OF CHICAGO. STOP THE VIOLENCE AND GET EDUCATED – Twista)

Tracklist + Download link after the jump…

1. Problems-Twista ft. Tech n9ne
2. Fresher than linen-Mello da guddamann
3. My life-B hype
4. Tippin Low-Twista & Parkay
5. Holiday-Twista ft. Nate Dogg
6. Wanna see’em buss-Twista ft. Liffy stokes
7. Work to do-Skooda chose
8. Chrome on my toes-Twista & Liffy Stokes
9. Bubblegum-Young Jr ft. Twista & Trophy Boy
10. Chicago-Liffy Stokes
11. Lounging-Skooda Chose ft. Twista & Cool kids
12. Get Better-Twista ft. Ben One
13. Wetter Remix-Twista

DOWNLOAD: Twista – S.O.S. (Saving Our Students)

Alright… so as I explained in the post a few scrolls down, the dopeboyz took a little break. Now it’s time for the resling. Above is Kanye’s apology to Taylor Swift for his bullshit stunt. And hit the jump for some music/videos that dropped during our time away.

DOWNLOAD: Drake – Successful (DJ Noodles Remix) f. Jay-Z & Nas | Mediafire
DOWNLOAD: N.O.R.E. – Set Trip f. Bun B
DOWNLOAD: Saigon – Free Tru Life

Coast 2 Coast Mixtape v94 (Hosted by Grafh) [Mixtape]

Twista – Get Better f. Ben One [via FSD]

Twista – Holiday f. Nate Dogg [via FSD]

Frank Ramz – Thanks, You’re Welcome (prod. B. Logik)

A-Alikes – Since 9/11

KRS-One & Buckshot – Connection f. Smif-N-Wessun (prod. MoSS)

Ron Browz – Gimmie 20 Dollaz (rmx) f. Ma$e, Jim Jones, OJ Da Juiceman & Shawty Lo

Hell Rell – I’m So Cold | Mediafire

Kidz in the Hall – Jukebox | Mediafire
- Another joint off the Kidz’ upcoming album, Land of Make Believe.

6h Sense – In the Garden
- In honor of Hov’s recent performance at Madison Square Garden.

Trisha Barnes – Deadly Game f. Kurupt, Sandman, Tekneek & Tri-Star

Sticky Fingaz & Treach – The Gun Dealer

Omar Cruz – The Hand of God [Mixtape]
- DJ Ill Will, DJ Skee & DJ Rockstar presents the latest street album from Interscope’s Omar Cruz. Features from the likes of Barrington Levy, Ya Boy, Jay Rock, Goldie Loc and more.

Don Cannon & 9th Wonder present The Hardy Boy Mystery [Mixtape]

3 the Hard Way – Truth f. Rakaa Iriscience

GMK – Adult Swim

Twista jumps on the remix of Gucci’s latest single. And yes… that Juiceman character is still present on the song as well. Blame Andrew.

DOWNLOAD: Gucci Mane – Wasted (rmx) | Mediafire

Let’s call this Monday “NMC Premiere Monday.” Props to X this time around.

DOWNLOAD: Rick Ross – All I Really Want (rmx) f. The-Dream, Twista & Krayzie Bone | Mediafire

Twista dedicates his latest video from Category F5 to the 37 Chicago Public School students who lost their lives in the 08-09 school year due to violent acts.

PREVIOUS: Young Chris – Ride With Me f. Twista [NoDJ]