Amy Winehouse: Lioness: Hidden Treasures

One of my all time lyricist vocalist will always be Miss Amy Winehouse. Her troubled personal life overshadowed the depth of pure genius that lived and suffered within herself. Her lyrics spoke to me when words were unfamiliar. Her pain and love and ultimately love lost, is transparent in her tone and lyrics. I have never been a fan of releasing cd's post death of any artist. I feel as though if they wanted the track out, they would have already released it. Still, the cd Lioness: Hidden Treasures is not all music. In fact, there are several unheard versions of popular songs you and I have grown to love. Songs like Valerie, Will You Love Me Tomorrow, and Tears Dry can be found on the cd. As well as recently surfaced tracks like Like Smoke feat. Nas. Below is the tracklisting and download link. May her soul finally rest.

1.Our Day Will Come

2. Between The Cheats

3. Tears Dry (Original Version)

4. Will You Love Me Tomorrow?

5. Like Smoke feat. Nas

6. Valerie

7. The Girl From Ipanema

8. Halftime

9. Wake up Alone (Original Version)

10. Best Friends Right?

11. Body and Soul feat. Tony Bennett

12. A Song For You

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B.O.B- EPIC: Every Play is Crucial [Mixtape]

 Grammy nominated rapper B.O.B recently dropped his most recent mix tape entitled EPIC: Every Play Is Crucial. In early interviews, B.O.B has been reported saying he will stick to his rap roots on his next studio album. Best known for his nontraditional sound of combining rap with his guitar skills, B.O.B shows off his lyrical skills on this mix tape. Putting together a sleuth of features that include Lil Wayne, 2 Chainz, Eminem, T.I, Mos Def, Roscoe Dash, and Meek Mill, B.O.B has been anything but silent and missing from the game. His upcoming sophomore effort, Strange Clouds, aims to stretch the boundaries of music. "It's all about the fusion between the outer limits and the inner limits, from the sky to the ground; it's everything in between, above and below, so His upcoming sophomore effort, Strange Clouds, aims to stretch the boundaries of music. "It's all about the fusion between the outer limits and the inner limits, from the sky to the ground; it's everything in between, above and below, so Strange Clouds, for me, it's my 'Twilight Zone,' " he told Mixtape Daily on the video set for his "Strange Clouds" single, for me, it's my 'Twilight Zone,' " he told Mixtape Daily on the video set for his "Strange Clouds" single

There has also been talk about a collaboration cd with label mate T.I, which I could live without. (Sorry) At any rate, I am a huge fan of B.O.B. I seen him live when he performed at University of Central Florida, and his talent is extremely undervalued. His live presence on stage does not represent the number of cd's he has released. Like a veteran, B.O.B puts out a hot mix tape in the midst of bad music. Definitely check it out.  DOWNLOAD HERE.  




**You can also follow B.O.B on twitter @bobatl **

Snoop Dog & Wiz Khalifa Presents: Mac and Devin Go To High School

Hip Hop Icon Snoop Doog and up and coming rap artist Wiz Khalifa are jumping on the collaboration bandwagon with their latest cd Mac and Devin Go To High School, which will also serve as the soundtrack to the movie with the same name. 

It was only a matter of time that the two smoking connoisseurs combine efforts and put out music potheads would enjoy. The album drops December 13 and it features appearances from Bruno Mars, Spitta, Juicy J, and Mike Posner.

The rap duo recently announced a six-city tour that takes off December 5th in New York. Below you will find the track listing for the album.

1. Smokin On (feat. Juicy J)
2. I Get Lifted
3. You Can Put It In A Zag, Ima Put it In a Blunt
4. 6:30
5. Talent Show
6. Let's Go Study
7. Young, Wild, and FRee (feat. Bruno Mars)
8. O.G (feat. Currensy)
9. French Inhale (feat. Mike Posner)
10. It Could Be Easy
11. World Class
12. That Good

Out the Boxx: The Unsigned Future Southern Hayze: Blue Magic

It's Blue Magic Hoe!

Remember when music was the only remedy to whatever you were going through? When Outkast, Common Sense, and Wu Tang Clan ruled hip hop we always had feel- good hip hop. Today, we have rappers turned singers turned actors returning back to rap only to discover they are no longer relevant. So who can we look to for the future of hip hop? Southern Hayze is a rap duo found in the deep south of Florida. Carrying a sound similar to hip hop legends Outkast, Southern Hayze combines southern style rap with crazy beats and flows that leave you bouncing ya head. Their mixtape 'Blue Magic', is a rap diamond in the rough.

With club bangers  like 'Cut Up', 'Talk My Shit', and 'Every Now N Then', Southern Hayze gives listeners a healthy balance of songs that go hard and songs that give you something to think about. Blue Magic is the mix tape that gives hip hop music hope. 

Of all the tracks on the cd, my two favorite are 'Real TV' and 'Bring You Home'. 'Real TV' shows off the lyrical abilities of Blak the Ceo, founder and artistic director of Southern Hayze. Jumping OFF the bandwagon of elongated, off key hooks, 'Real TV' is a song that addresses all the absurd truths found in real life today. For three minutes straight, Blak lays verse after verse, slightly reminiscent to Big Boi of Outkast. 

In the end, the quality of music found in Blue Magic is unprecedented. This is the first unsigned rap group I have come across that sounds like they could release a track off their mix tape today. Bringing southern flavor to the streets of Orlando, S.H is on a mission of taking over underground hip hop and bringing it to the light. 

S.H is currently in the last round of 102 JAMZ: Battle of the Home Grown. You can vote for them HERE. You can listen to and download their second mix tape Blue Magic below. 

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Who's Cooler Than Mike Posner?

You probably remember Mike Posner from his popular track "Cooler Than Me". Well, he is back with a mixtape entitled "The Layover". Hosted by D.J Benzi and Don Cannon, Posner shows off his vocal versatility on this cd. His ability to sing hooks in any type of genre makes him a chameleon in the game. 

The presence of Bun B, Bei Major, Twista, and Big K.R.I.T is just an example on how diverse Posner actually is. Although the style and vibe of the mixtape is reminiscent of his previous work, the features on this mix tape should broaden his fan base a lot more. 

The cool thing about this mix tape is Posner gives you suggestions on 'when to' listen to each track. Whether it be from 'drive to this', 'smoke to this', or even 'fuck to this', this mix tape seems to serve many uses other than listening purposes. 

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Allow Me To Introduce Wiley

Wiley

Am I the only person who has noticed how the UK consistently produces such great music? From popular artists like Adele, Estelle, M.I.A, and Amy Winehouse to global djs like David Guetta and Calvin Harris, the only next logical genre of music that awaits their presence is rap.

Although he is not new to rap, he has yet to make a big impact on the rap game in the states. I hope to some day change that. Wiley is one of the originators of what is called "grime music". Grime music merged in England in the early 2000's. It is a mix of UK garage, dancehall, and hip hop. It's a sound that should have already hit the States.

Wiley's flow is sick. His delivery is fast and precise. His sound is infectious. After listening to one song, you find yourself wanting more. His influence in music can be traced back to other UK artists such as Dizzee Rascal, Tinchy Stryder, and Chipmunk.

Wiley is set to release his 8th studio album Evolve or Be Extinct on January 19, 2012 (also Wiley's birthday) The first single "Link up" is now available on ITUNES HERE

Check out 'Link Up' below. If there is one thing i love and know, its definitely good music. You can also follow him on twitter @wiley_ . Make sure you check out his other music on iTunes as well. Support GOOD music.

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Mixtape: Ludacris- 1.21 Gigawatts: Back To The First Time

I remember seeing Ludacris in concert for the first time back in 2003. He was free styling over legendary beats, combining his super flow with eminent beats. He paid homage to the greats before him but created his own sound and platform to pave his own way into greatness. 6 number one singles later, Luda releases his much anticipated mixtape 1.21 Gigawatts: Back To The First Time. 

I must say after listening to this mixtape, there was no doubt in my mind that Luda was back, and as he puts it, to the first time. His crazy flow, which he is so well known for, is a mix of precise diction and delivery, filled with ridiculous punch lines. His target this time? None other than G.O.O.D Music artist Big Sean. Recently, rapper Drake accredits Big Sean for creating the 'supa flow' style of rap. Yes, the same flow Luda has been doing for over a decade now. Here's what Luda had to say in Bada Boom, track 6 from the mix tape. 

“Counterfeit rappers say I’m stealing they flows / But I can’t steal what you never made up, b*tch! / Y’all some duplicate rap cloning n***as / I manufacture you hoes put on your makeup, b*tch!” he raps. “Let me explain, nothing’s been new since Big Daddy Kane / Flows been recycled passed around to different names. “Eleven years and still counting / And y’all get a couple of hit records, make some noise and have the nerve to start shouting?” he continues. “You lyin’ to yaself, just admit it / May not like the way I used it, but you know you ain’t invent it, boy / Do your research before you make a claim so bogus that’s 

disrespecting pioneers in the game.”

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TRACKLISTING

1. Intro

2. Save it For Another Day

3. Rich and Flexin It feat. Waka Flocka

4. Muthafucka Can U Buy That

5. History Lesson (Interlude)

6. Bada Boom

7. Say It To My Face feat. Meek Mill

8. I Aint The One feat. 2 Chainz

9. Shake and Fries feat. Gucci Mane

10. Do Sumthin Strange feat. Rick Ross

11. I'm On Fire feat. Big K.R.I.T

12. What You Smoking On? feat Wiz Khalifa

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New Music: Mariah Carey feat. John Legend "When Christmas Comes"

Riding all the (good) press, Mariah Carey aka the Queen of Christmas has teamed up with R&B mega star John Legend to remix her soulful single "When Christmas Comes" from her chart toping Holiday cd Merry Christmas II You. You can't go wrong with Mariah and John. Check it our below.

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Album Cover Preview: Common: "The Dreamer, The Believer"

As a huge fan of Common, I am always taken aback by his dedication to art in all forms. The cover for his new album entitled "The Dreamer, The Believer" does not fail one bit. Scheduled to be released December 20th, the Chicago native has released three bangin' singles thus far: Ghetto Dreams, Blue Sky, and his most recent Sweet. On a different note, does anyone else see Illuminati written all over this over? Just saying. Either way, I cannot wait for this album.

Here are the track listing for his 9th Studio Album.

1. The Dreamer feat. Maya Angelou

2. Ghetto Dreams feat. Nas

3. Blue Sky

4. Sweet.

5. Gold

6. Lovin' Lost

7. Raw (How You Like It)

8. Cloth

9. Celebrate

10. Windows

11. The Believer feat. John Legend

12. Pop's Belief

Album News: Rihanna's "Talk That Talk"

The sexiest woman alive( According to Esquire) is sending the net into a frenzy again. Rihanna gave fans a HUGE peek into her next album "Talk That Talk" today. The next single ,which features head of the label Jay-z, is to be released next week sometime. The anticipation for this album has been around since her last release of "L O U D", which is still doing numbers even with the leak of the album. The pop singer also work with Ester Dean, who has assisted the likes of Katy Perry and Beyonce. The album give multiple aspects into the mind of Barbadian bombshell. If that wasn't enough she also allowed the #RihannaNavy to preorder "Talk That Talk" on iTunes,helping her reach #15 before the album is here. Cheers to that RiRi!!! Play the video and weigh in with your thoughts. 

Stay in the know on the go with Rihanna News by keep up with here twitter at Twitter.com/Rihanna or the official site at RihannaNow.com.

*UPDATE*

Rihanna's Official Twitter 

To most of the #RihannaNavy amazement links spread like WILDFIRE throughout the internet late last night for her highly anticipated album "Talk That Talk". No official comments from RiRi, however a there are two tweets that raise a brow as far as her awareness of the situation. Now with just about all of the links taken down you would have to wait to Novemeber 21 ( if the album if not released earlier )  unless you know how  TheCrateBoxx runs things.Get a copy of "Talk That Talk" here.
This begins to question is any artists safe when it comes to protecting their material. Yes we are fans but how much is an artist expected to deliver to keep the base and allow that base to grow. Whats your favorite track on the "Talk That Talk"?  Share your thoughts here as well. 

Audio : Brandy "Silent Night"

The RnB God's are answering prayer today. The iconic Brandy shows raw emotion on the Kadis & Sean  -produced "Silent Night".She also used the master mind Stacy Barthe to pen the track. The 32-year-old songrtress even showed a little cockiness with the track being finished via twitter.

Give the track a listen. 

With the album slated to release early next year RCA/Chameleon Records, Miss Brandy is hard at work in the studio working on something im sure will be a masterpiece. Keep up with Brandy on Twitter at Twitter.com/4EverBrandy. 

Audio: Tiffany Evans "Won't Find Me"

    Tiffany Evans is coming out the box with this latest SINGLE."Won't Find Me" pays homage to the great Mary J Blige ,sampling the classic track "Real Love". Although Ms. Evans has been out of the public eye, she has surely planting seeds for success by keeping her growing fan base pleased. Delivering great covers of  the likes of Ace Hood's "Hustle Hard" and Drake's "I'm On One"  with her Little Lady alter-ego all while showcasing her vocal talents on quick recorded originals like "Gravity"  the wait is totally worth it. Too add to that she has been perfecting her love of dance with brother and choreographer Sean Bankhead  (Recall "Run The World" (Girls) Mini Movie ) giving the fans a behind the scenes look at her growth as an artist and even showcasing more homage to those who inspire her as an artist. Those who have been waiting patiently would are more than excited to see what this Little Lady has in store for us. The visual for "Won't Find Me" is to be released on November 11th as announced on  Tiffany Evans' Official Website. The video will also be Evans' and Bankhead's directorial debut. Give the track a listen and check the behind the scenes shots for the video. Enjoy =) 

Tiffany Evans Behind The Scenes PT.1 "Wont Find Me" Music Video from Tiffany Evans on Vimeo.

BTS Teaser # 2:Tiffany Evans "Wont Find Me" Music Video from Tiffany Evans on Vimeo.

  Keep up with Tiffany with her official site TiffanyEvansOfficial.com and follow her Twitter at Twitter.com/Mstiffevans and keep up with her SoundCloud at Soundcloud.com/Tiffany-Evans.

Female Rappers NOT Nicki Minaj

Though the reign of Nicki Minaj has yet to be untouched, there happens to be several new female rappers that are definitely on the come up. Let’s face it, Nicki has opened the door for new female rappers. She is the face of female rap and has been a great role model for young women across the world. Still, there is always new room for new talent- especially when they come with flows like Honey Cocaine and Lola Monroe, the First Lady of Taylor Gang.

Honey Cocaine

Featured on Tyga's Heisman Prt. 2, Honey Cocaine's tone resonates with the track and Tyga's flow. Check out the track. Definitely excited to hear more from her. 

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Lola Monroe

Lola Monroe, born Fershgenet Melaku, is the DC born bombshell rapper who has attracted the likes of Trina and Wiz Khalifa. As of Oct 30th 2011, Monroe is now officially signed to Wiz Khalifa’s Taylor Gang, making her the First Lady of the label. 

Check out her official mix tape Batteries Not Included.

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